Kennedy-Donovan Center, Inc. (KDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1969 on the principle that all individuals have the right to participate and thrive in their community. Kennedy-Donovan Center supports people with developmental delays, disabilities or family challenges to pursue their personal potential and success in the community.   

We fulfill our mission through a number of programs, which we offer in several regions: Early Intervention (EI), Early Intervention Partnerships, Healthy Families, KDC School (a 240-day developmental day school), Day Habilitation Services, Family Support Services/ Respite Care, Intensive Foster Care, and Transitional Job Support, as well as various residential support programs: Shared Living, Adult Family Care, Supported and Supervised Living, and Individual Support. 

Each year, our diverse and dedicated staff of 600+ employees and 300 respite home care providers and foster parents, serves over 10,000 children, adults and families with (or at risk for) developmental disabilities or delays, and their families. We meet the needs of disabled individuals and their families throughout their life – from pregnancy, infancy, and childhood, into adulthood and the senior years. We operate a range of programs, including many in-home services, from eight community offices and 10 residences, to families in 160 communities across eastern and south central Massachusetts. We cover over 50% of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Industry: Non-profit Organization Management
Company Size: 201-500 employees

Kennedy-Donovan Center

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Description Position Summary: As an Interpreter in our Early

Intervention Program, you will play a vital role in bridging

communication between families and our team of specialists. By providing

accurate interpretation and translation, you ensure that families

receive the support, resources, and services they need to help their

children grow and thrive. This is a meaningful opportunity to make an

immediate impact while working alongside dedicated professionals in a

collaborative, family-centered environment. \*\*\*Must be fluent in

Spanish and English\*\*\* Compensation - \$35/hour Hours - 3 to 10

hours/week Key Responsibilities: Provide real-time interpretation

(verbal and/or sign language) during home visits, center-based sessions,

telehealth appointments, and group meetings. Translate written

communications including parent letters, newsletters, reports,

Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and other program

documents. Support Early Intervention Specialists during visits by

ensuring clear, culturally competent communication with families.

Maintain professional boundaries with families, children, and team

members to ensure ethical, safe, and respectful interactions.

Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality, family-centered

services. Maintain confidentiality and comply with all KDC policies,

Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations, and program standards.

Perform additional duties related to service delivery as assigned. Core

Competencies: Cultural Competence & Sensitivity: Demonstrates

understanding and respect for diverse backgrounds, languages, and family

dynamics. Effective Communication: Clearly conveys information in both

verbal and written form; actively listens to families and team members.

Collaboration & Teamwork: Works well with Early Intervention Specialists

and other staff to provide seamless, family-centered support.

Professional Boundaries: Maintains appropriate boundaries with families,

children, and team members to ensure ethical, safe, and respectful

interactions. Adaptability & Flexibility: Adjusts to changing schedules,

family needs, and work environments with a positive attitude.

Confidentiality & Professionalism: Maintains strict confidentiality and

upholds ethical standards in all interactions. Problem-Solving &

Initiative: Identifies challenges in communication or service delivery

and proactively works toward solutions. Organizational Skills: Manages

multiple tasks, documentation, and scheduling efficiently. Working

Conditions & Physical Requirements: Ability to travel between client

homes and community settings; must have reliable transportation and a

valid driver?s license. Frequent periods of sitting, standing, and

walking during home visits and meetings. Occasional bending, stooping,

or kneeling to communicate at a child?s level. Ability to carry light

materials (such as a laptop, tablet, or educational resources),

typically under 20 lbs. Sufficient hearing and speech to interpret

spoken language clearly or visual acuity to interpret sign language

accurately and observe nonverbal cues. Manual dexterity and finger

mobility to type and enter documentation on a computer, tablet, or

mobile device. Work is primarily conducted in clients? homes, which can

vary in layout, cleanliness, temperature, and noise level. Possible

exposure to household pets, allergens, or secondhand smoke. Regular

contact with infants and young children; occasional exposure to common

childhood illnesses. Travel required in varied weather and road

conditions; schedule may include evenings or weekends depending on

family needs. Occasional administrative or virtual work may be performed

in an office or home office setting.

Spanish/English Interpreter

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