Disability Determination Specialist I Job Listing at State of Vermont in Waterbury, VT (Job ID 83E2EE8C-6EFF-4)

Description

Overview

The Vermont Disability Determination Services division embraces and supports a diverse workforce that is devoted to serving the Vermont public. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. 

 

The DCF Disability Determination Services Division (DDS) has an opening for a team-oriented Disability Determination Specialist.

 

The DDS division determines medical eligibility for Vermonters who apply for disability benefits under the Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, and Medicaid programs. This position performs administrative and fiscal support activities for the division. This position performs at the entry level, all technical case processing and support activities, including receipting evidence, vendor and claimant correspondence, verifying incoming reports and evidence, and authorizing payments. Work involves interactions with other divisional staff and external agencies. There is direct supervision and training for this position, moderating as knowledge and expertise develop.

 

The main duties for this position fall in the following categories: 1) Medical invoice payment authorization, 2) Invoice follow-up, 3) Invoice look-up and research, 4) Vendor supplier adds and updates in the Sate's accounting system (VISION), 5) Fiscal correspondence.

 

The State of Vermont offers a comprehensive benefits package and great work life balance.

Who May Apply

This position, Disability Determination Specialist I (Job Requisition #49964), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact jessica.ettinger@ssa.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.  You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

 

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:  Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed predominantly in an office setting. Private means of travel should be available for occasional travel when appropriate. Incumbents must be adaptable to frequent changes, and able to work extremely accurately and quickly under tight time limits.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience providing administrative support to a business or organization.

OR

Associate's degree or higher in accounting, business or public administration, office administration or closely related field.  

Special Requirements

All candidates must pass applicable State background checks in accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, State of Vermont tax compliance and criminal record checks, and Federal requirements for all DDS employees, including fingerprinting for FBI clearance and a Federal Public Trust background investigation.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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