Canadian Hearing Services (CHS) has an opening for a Sign Language Translator (ASL or LSQ) – Freelance. Reporting to the Manager, Customer Experience, the Sign Language Translator (ASL or LSQ) – Freelance will be responsible for providing translation services, working with content to be delivered to an audience of diverse users of American Sign Language (ASL) or Langue des signes du Québec (LSQ).
Additional responsibilities will include providing:

• Accurate translation services by analyzing meaning of the source language and to construct a target language that meets the needs of the audience.
• Excellent quality service to all consumers/customers by maintaining CHS professional standards.

This will be primarily virtual unless otherwise required to attend in-person meetings from time to time.
The ideal candidate has a post-secondary diploma/degree, complemented by three years’ translation experience including on-screen, public-facing work. Along with excellent ASL and English or LSQ and French language skills (in which you are fluent), you also have access to operating knowledge of high-resolution quality video recording equipment, lighting, backgrounds, and file transfer applications. As well, you will be someone with excellent customer service, interpersonal and analytical skills, who can handle pressure and can easily manage a varied workload with competing priorities and deadlines.
CHS is the industry-leading provider of services and products that enable Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to overcome barriers. We are an Accredited organization and the largest of its kind in North America. Building on its 84-year history and following a remarkable and ambitious turnaround, CHS is a modern, progressive and professional organization well-positioned for growth both nationally and internationally. In 2021, CHS achieved Accreditation with Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada, making it the first national organization serving Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to earn this distinction.
CHS requires you to be legally eligible for employment in Canada (Proof of legal ability to work in Canada will be required if a contingent offer of employment is made.)
CLOSING DATE: Internal – December 11, 2024, External – Until Filled
COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), CHS will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request.
CANADIAN HEARING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION HIRING PROCESS FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING APPLICANTS.