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Consumer Confidentiality Paper

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1. Confidentiality Interpreters hold a position of trust in their role as linguistic and cultureal facilitators of communication. Confidentiality is highly valued by consumers and is essential to protecting all involved. 1.1 Share assignment-related information only on a confidential and "as needed" basis. 1.2 Manage data, invoices, records, or other situational or consumer specific information in a manner consistent with maintaining consumer confidentiality. 1.3 Inform consumers when federal or state mandates require disclosure of confidential information. 2. Professionalism Interprets are expected to stay abreast of evolving language use and trends in the profession of interpreting as well as in the American Deaf community. Interprets accept …show more content…

4. Respect for Consumers Interpreters are expected to honor consumers preferences in selection of interpreters and interpreting dynamics, while recognizing the realities of qualifications, availability, and situation. 4.1 Consider consumer requests or needs regarding language preferences, and render the message accordingly. 4.2 Approach consumers with a professional demeanors at all times. 4.3 Obtain the consent of consumers before bringing an intern to an assignment. 4.4 Facilitate communication access and equality, and support the full interaction indepence of consumers. 5. Respect for Colleagues Interpreters are expected to collaborate with colleagues to foster the delivery of effective interpreting services. They also understand that the manner in which they relate to colleagues reflects upon the profession in general. 5.1 Maintain civility toward colleagues, interns, and students. 5.2 Work cooperatively with team members through consultation before assignments regarding logistics, providing professional and courteous assistance when asked and monitoring the accuracy of the message while functioning in the role of the support …show more content…

6. Business Practices Interpreters are expected to conduct their business in a professional manner whether in private practice or in the employ of an agency or other entity. Professional interpreters are entitled to a living wage based on their qualifications and expertise. Interpreters are also entitled to working conditions conducive to effective service delivery. 6.1 Accurately represent qualifications, such as certification, educational background, and experience, and provide documentaion when requested. 6.2 Honor professional commitments and terminate assignments only when fair and justifiable grounds exist. 6.3 Promote conditions that are conducive to effective communication, inform the parties involved if such conditions do not exist, and seek appropriate remedies. 6.4 Inform appropriate parties in a timely manner when delayed or unable to fulfill assignments. 6.5 Reserve the option to decline or discontinue assignments if working conditions are not safe, healthy, or conducive to interpreting. 6.6 Refrain from harassment or coercion before, during, or after provision of interpreting services. 6.7 Render pro bono services in a fair and reasonable

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