Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Creston (K-8) School - Portland, OR 97206Salary Range: $24.00 - $25.00 HourlyDATE PREPARED: August 2026 POSITION TITLE: ASL Interpretr PROGRAM: Creston SUN CLIENT SERVICES POSITION HOURLY WAGE: $24-$25/hr NONEXEMPT

At Impact NW we are a nonprofit with a mission to prevent homelessness, because we believe in the fundamental right to: beautiful life, stability and peace. More importantly, it also means a life filled with opportunity and community support, especially for Indigenous, Black, Brown, Melanated, Immigrant, and Asian people. What we seek is for you to share your skill sets - especially if you:

Put people first See the beauty in people Promote peace Find a way

We believe that with our mission and values as our north star, we can move toward our vision of a future where housing is a human right. If this resonates with you, we’d love to have your purpose and passion on our team at Impact NW.

JOB SUMMARY:

The extended day program American Sign Language interpreter facilitates communication between hearing and deaf consumers in a variety of after school settings. The interpreter is also available to address communication accessibility and deaf cultural issues as they arise.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interpret in a variety of extended day situations and service areas. Situations will include: interpreting on playground between students, teachers, and student peers, tutoring/assisting student during homework time.
Have the skill to match a variety of language and cognitive needs.
Facilitate visual accessibility.
Orient staff and students on the interpreter’s function, primary responsibilities and diverse roles.
Serve as a cultural mediator between deaf and hearing communities.
Work collaboratively with co-workers in multiple environments.
Other duties as assigned.
Be aware of physical requirements necessary in various settings.

SUPERVISION:

Reports to: SUN Site Manager Bridgitte Lynch QualificationsREQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely meet the following requirements:

ASL and English Fluency
Achieve a passing score of 3.5 or above on the EIPA Performance Test or hold RID NIC, CI or CT Certification

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree from an Interpreter Education Program

THIS JOB ALSO REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

Repetitive motion, prolonged sitting, and extensive visual involvement

Ability to efficiently travel in order to perform duties and other agency related errands

Moderate lifting

Impact NW is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. If you require an accommodation during the application, testing, or interview process, please contact Chelsea Campbell-Martin at 503-242-2436 or careers@impactnw.org.

We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

IMPACT NW GROUP

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