Return to listing

Organization Logo

Language Interpreter

Turkish / English

COMPASS Refugee Centre


   About the Position

Impact Statement
Every voice, and every effort, matters! A distinctive of COMPASS is involving community members for supportive relationships and to ensure critical work in the refugee claim process gets done. We believe that excellence attracts excellence, and we are deeply committed to best practices that include motivated people who share our vision for refugee claimants.

Description
Are you a multi-lingual individual who is passionate about helping people overcome language barriers?
Are you interested in the Refugee Claim Process? Do you want the possibility to improve your skills as an interpreter while learning about community resources and opportunities for newcomers?

COMPASS is looking for Spanish/English Interpreter volunteers who are able to make a weekly commitment to serving the community alongside us. We offer a warm and welcoming environment, where people can grow, learn, and serve in a safe setting.


Position Qualifications

Ideal for: An Individual
Age: 18+

Area(s) of Interest: Office Work, Mentoring / Tutoring, Newcomer Support

Skill(s): Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communication, Communicate in Plain Language, Empathy, Respect


Training / Work Condtions

Training Details: Volunteer interpreters receive:
•Orientation to COMPASS and the role of a volunteer interpreter
•Regular debriefing of interpretation activities for continued improvement
•Opportunity for personal debriefing to process what has been heard and/or experienced concerning content and personal values

Working Conditions: In the office at 230-675 Queen St. S. Kitchener Ontario, for both in-person and Zoom appointments.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Designated accessible parking space, Support volunteers with special needs, Accessible work space, Support Newcomers
Transportation: On a bus route


Time Commitment

Duration: 1 year or more
Weekday - Daytime
A minimum of ONE of the following weekly commitments;
Mon 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Tues 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Thurs 10:00 am to 12:00 pm,
or
Mon 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Tues 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Wed 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Thurs 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Training dates to be determined

   Contact Information
https://compassrefugee.ca
Send an Email Message
Josi Pape
519-571-1912 Ext. 103
675 Queen Street South Kitchener, N2M 1A1
Kitchener,Virtual

Directions
Share This
Volunteer Waterloo Region
1454 King Street East, Unit 3
Kitchener ON N2G 2N7

Phone: 519 742 8610

For in person appointments, Click Here

About Us Volunteer Organizations
Contact Us Youth SUBSCRIBE
Support Us

 

Twitter Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Donate