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Intercultural mediator Maghrebi Arabic and Berber

AntwerpHybrid22.8 hours/week3-6months

We are looking for an intercultural mediator for Maghrebi Arabic and/or Berber to strengthen an enthusiastic team.

  • Within the Intercultural Mediation department, you will play a crucial role in promoting understanding and cooperation between different cultures within healthcare and assistance.
  • Join a motivated team and make a difference for patients.

What you do

  • Mediation and interpreting: You mediate and interpret within a healthcare organization for patients who speak Maghrebi Arabic and/or Berber. This includes video conference interpreting or triadic interpreting and supporting patients in their care pathway, such as explaining procedures, administrative matters, and examinations.
  • Psychosocial support: You offer psychosocial support to patients, focusing on reducing language and cultural barriers in their care pathway.
  • Conflict mediation: You play a mediating role in conflicts, helping to promote mutual communication and understanding.
  • Teamwork and consultation: You collaborate with colleagues from the Intercultural Mediation department, ensure good appointment scheduling, and participate in department meetings and language meetings.
  • Administrative tasks: You perform administrative tasks and ensure accurate reporting to the head of the Intercultural Mediation department.
  • Responsibility and quality: You take responsibility in your role and contribute to improving intercultural communication within the healthcare department.

What they ask

  • Education: You hold a Professional Bachelor's degree in humanities or a paramedical field.
  • Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in intercultural mediation or a specific recognized training in intercultural mediation in healthcare is a plus.
  • Language skills: Good knowledge of Maghrebi Arabic and Berber and able to express yourself fluently and clearly in Dutch. Good knowledge of Spanish is an additional asset.
  • Technical skills: Experience with MS Windows (Outlook), Office suites, and quickly learns new department-specific PC software.
  • Judgment and discretion: You have good judgment for assessing the seriousness of situations and always respect patient privacy and professional secrecy.
  • Quality and flexibility: You work accurately, orderly, and are stress-resistant. You can flexibly handle peak periods and are willing to take on new tasks.
  • Results-oriented: You work in a results-oriented, cost-conscious manner and strive for high quality in the work you deliver.

Practical

  • Salary according to IFIC 14.
  • Takeover of seniority demonstrated by employment certificates.
  • Meal vouchers of €8 per 7.6 hours worked.
  • Free hospitalization insurance and favorable rate for family members.
  • 30 days of vacation for full-time work.
  • Bicycle allowance of €0.37 per kilometer and the possibility to lease a bicycle.
  • Holiday pay and end-of-year bonus.
  • Numerous opportunities for growth, learning, and specialization.
  • Possibilities for flexible hours, self-rostering, teleworking, and flexible work.

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