Children s Specialized Hospital is the nation s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health. At 13 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialists partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effective...so children can achieve more of their goals.
The EIP Family Interpreter will aid communication and comprehension by converting the spoken word from English to the target language
Essential job functions include but are not limited to:
Speak, read, and write fluently in at least two languages, including English and one or more other languages; Relays the style and tone of the original language; Renders spoken messages accurately, quickly and clearly; Maintains sensitivity to parents personal circumstances as well as maintains confidentiality and adheres to the code of conduct; Provides consecutive interpretation at initial evaluations, assessments, direct service sessions, and IFSP development, as required; Interprets all information articulated between the child/family and the practitioner during the session note and confirms future sessions; Maintains sensitivity to parent's personal circumstances as well as maintains confidentiality and adheres to NJEIS Code of Conduct; Attends trainings as required; Travels in personal vehicle to and from the natural environment of each family assigned; Maintains valid NJ driver's license and required insurance; Accurately records the time and frequency of services provided and records that information along with required signatures for billing; Submits bill for services as required by departmental policies and procedures
Formal Education and Job-Related Experience
* High school diploma, GED, or other qualifications as deemed acceptable by the NJ DOH personnel standards for early intervention personnel
Physical Demands
* Travelling to natural environment settings including but not limited to home and day care sessions
*Majority of duties require driving, walking, sitting on the floor, bending, stretching, reaching, visual acuity and ability to safely lift up to 10 lbs.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
