C.M.R. 10, 144, ch. 101, ch. I, § 144-101-I-1, app 144-101-I-1-1
The following principles of ethical behavior are affirmed to protect and guide interpreters and transliterators, both for non-English speaking, and for hearing and deaf members. Underlying these principles is the desire to ensure for all the right to communicate.
This Code of Ethics applies to all interpreters and transliterators providing services to MaineCare members and reimbursed by MaineCare.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall keep all assignment-related information strictly confidential.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall render the message faithfully, always conveying the content and spirit of the speaker using language most readily understood by the person(s) whom they serve.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall not counsel, advise or interject personal opinions.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall accept assignments using discretion with regard to skill, setting, and the members involved.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall request compensation for services in a professional and judicious manner.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall function in a manner appropriate to the situation.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall strive to further knowledge and skills through participation in workshops, professional meetings, interaction with professional colleagues, and reading of current literature in the field.
[] Interpreters/transliterators shall strive to maintain high professional standards in compliance with the Code of Ethics.
I have read, understand and agree to abide by the Code of Ethics as stated above.
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* Adapted from the Code of Ethics of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
C.M.R. 10, 144, ch. 101, ch. I, § 144-101-I-1, app 144-101-I-1-1