South Dakota Interpreter Mentoring Program

2026-11-03

This is RFP is issued to contract with mentors for the South Dakota Interpreter Mentoring Program ( IMP ). The IMP aims to develop and support interpreters by providing structured mentoring to promote national certification and ensure high - quality interpreting services statewide . The program serves South Dakota residents and those within 50 miles of its border who are registered or intend to register with the state . Mentors must meet specific qualifications , submit required documentation , complete continuing education , and attend annual trainings and biannual meetings . Mentees must apply through the Division of Rehabilitation Services ( DRS ) and demonstrate potential for certification or skill advancement . Based on their status , mentees are assigned a priority level that determines mentoring hours and duration . Mentor - mentee pairs complete an assessment outlining goals and plans , which must be approved by DRS . Mentors are required to submit monthly invoices , quarterly progress reports , and in some cases , final reports . Services must follow approved plans , and compensation depends on funding availability . Oversight is provided by DRS to ensure compliance , with misuse or underutilization potentially affecting program eligibility .

South Dakota

2026-04-08