Name: Working with Deaf/HH Professionals: Interpreter Guidelines for Success
Start: 2025-5-21T17-17-00-00
End: 2025-5-21T20-20-00-00

may, 2025

21may5:00 pm8:00 pmWorking with Deaf/HH Professionals: Interpreter Guidelines for Success0.3 PPO5:00 pm - 8:00 pm CT Virtual Workshop - ZoomCategory:ASLIS

Time

(Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm CT

Location

Virtual Workshop - Zoom

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ASL with English Interpretation

CEUs

0.3 PPO

ASLIS is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This Professional Studies program is offered for a total of 0.3 CEUs at Some Content Knowledge Level.

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Event Details

Interpreting for Deaf/HH professionals requires cultural awareness, professional etiquette, and the ability to navigate workplace dynamics effectively. This presentation will provide ASL interpreters with essential strategies for building rapport while maintaining professional boundaries, ensuring a respectful and seamless interpreting experience.

Through real-world scenarios, we will examine best and least effective practices in workplace settings, exploring alternative approaches to improve communication and collaboration. Key topics will include understanding Deaf/HH professional expectations, fostering trust without overstepping boundaries, and handling challenges such as power dynamics, confidentiality, and workplace hierarchy.

By the end of this session, interpreters will leave with practical tools to enhance their effectiveness, professionalism, and ability to support Deaf/HH professionals in achieving succes

Educational Objectives:

By the end of this presentation, ASL interpreters will be able to:

1. Identify at least three best practices and three common pitfalls when interpreting for Deaf/HH professionals in workplace settings.

2. Demonstrate appropriate strategies for rapport building while maintaining professional boundaries with Deaf/HH professionals.

3. Describe the impact of power dynamics in interpreted interactions and how to navigate them effectively.

4. Apply alternative approaches to improve communication clarity and collaboration in professional environments.

5. Analyze real-world scenarios to determine the most effective interpreting strategies based on context and professional etiquette.

6. Develop an action plan for implementing workplace-appropriate behaviors that support Deaf/HH professionals while ensuring interpreter neutrality.

Presenter Bio

Kaylah Vogt, MPS is a mental health professional and independent mental wellness consultant, specializing in addiction and mental health counseling, professional development, and workplace well-being. She provides presentations, wellness workshops, and consultation to organizations and individuals looking to enhance mental wellness, stress management, and resilience.

Kaylah earned her Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, a program that integrates both addiction counseling and mental health treatment. Her expertise allows her to address the complexities of co-occurring disorders and support individuals in achieving long-term well-being.

She is notorious for her groundbreaking lawsuit against a Minnesota hospital for employment discrimination, a case that led the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to update its guidelines on workplace accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing professionals. Her advocacy has contributed to systemic changes that promote fair treatment and inclusion in professional settings.

Kaylah is available for travel opportunities, bringing mental wellness experiences to corporate retreats, professional conferences, and immersive travel programs. Whether leading stress management workshops at an executive retreat, facilitating mindfulness sessions on a cruise ship, or integrating wellness practices into land tours, she provides dynamic and engaging mental wellness experiences tailored to each setting.

With a strong foundation in behavioral health, Kaylah equips professionals and individuals with practical strategies for managing stress, preventing burnout, supporting individuals in recovery, and fostering emotional resilience. Whether on land, at sea, or in the sky, she brings transformative mental wellness experiences to those seeking growth and balance in their personal and professional lives.

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