STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Disability Claims Examiner Assistant (35 Hour)

Hybrid

Recruitment #230308-7102EB-001

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Introduction

Are you looking to Make an Impact on the State of Connecticut?
 If so, this opportunity is for you!

THE ROLE
The State of Connecticut, Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), seeks qualified individuals for multiple positions of Disability Claims Examiner Assistant to join their team. 

HIGHLIGHTS
  • UNIT: Disability Determination Services (DDS)
  • ADDRESS: 309 Wawarme Avenue in Hartford, CT
  • SCHEDULE: Full-time, 35 hours per week, first shift, Monday through Friday 
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
  • We offer a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year. 
  • We encourage a strong work/life balance for all state employees. 
  • We offer opportunities for professional and personal growth. 
  • We have limitless areas for you to perform relevant and significant work.

    As a Disability Claims Examiner Assistant, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: 
    • Adjudicating disability claims filed through the Social Security Administration (SSA);
    • Analyzing medical evidence, evaluating vocational information, assessing technical criteria of the Social Security Administration disability program; and
    • Preparing written determinations to evaluate eligibility for benefits. 
        ABOUT US
        ADS offers a myriad of programs and services to assist older adults and people with disabilities. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to: deliver integrated aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens; provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide; provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy; advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults; and serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level.

        Selection Plan

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        This position may be subject to Federal requirements of COVID-19 Vaccination.

        TO APPLY
        • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. 
        • You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
        • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
        • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
        • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
        AFTER YOU APPLY 
        • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
        • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
        • NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
        • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
        • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
        • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
        CONNECT WITH US 
        • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. 
        • Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jensine Tran at jensine.tran@ct.gov. 

        PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

        In the Department of Aging and Disability Services, Bureau of Disability Determination Services, this class is accountable for the determination of eligibility for Social Security disability benefits.

        EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

        Performs a limited range of duties in the determination of disability benefits; evaluates and adjudicates initial, reconsiderations and childhood applications for disability filed under the Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income programs; reviews evidence and renders determinations of eligibility in accordance with Social Security Administration law, court orders, rulings, and regulations; develops and analyzes complex medical, non-medical, and vocational evidence for consistency, validity, and sufficiency; contacts claimants, physicians, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, rehabilitation facilities, attorneys and other claimant representatives to gather documentary evidence; confers with medical and other consultants to resolve complex problems; determines need for consultative examinations to obtain additional evidentiary documentation; prepares pertinent findings of fact, evaluates totality of evidence, and determines capacity of claimant to engage in substantial gainful activity; prepares written reports to document decision and issues formal determinations of eligibility; performs related duties as required.

        KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

        Knowledge of disabling conditions and medical terminology; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to gather, analyze, evaluate significant information pertinent to the claimant; ability in report writing; ability to relate to different cultural and economic backgrounds; ability to organize time, set priorities and manage workload using an electronic system.

        MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

        Five (5) years of experience in the determination of disability within a public disability determination entity.

        MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

        1. College training in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, special education, social work, or related behavioral or social science may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
        2. A Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, special education, social work, or related behavioral or social science may be substituted for the General Experience.

        PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

        • Experience with the Social Security Administration Disability Program
        • Experience with medical, psychological, and vocational terminology
        • Experience with case management including time management, prioritizing and organizing tasks
        • Experience managing a caseload
        • Experience in customer service

        SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

        1. Incumbents in this class may be required to retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license or Identification Card.
        2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel with or without an accommodation.

        CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

        Under Sec 17b-651a of the CGS each incumbent offered a position of employment with the Department of Aging and Disability Services, Bureau of Disability Determination Services, shall be required to submit to fingerprinting and state and national criminal history records checks as provided in section 29-17a and 404.s.c. S 11331, the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002 and Executive Order 13467; and individuals must meet the credentialing standard of 221 of the Social Security Act.

        Conclusion

        AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

        The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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