What are the responsibilities and job description for the Disability Adjudicator I (FFTL) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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6/9/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
24-03016
Disability Adjudicator I (FFTL)
Pay Grade 12
Salary
$47,346.72 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Department for Income Support
Location
102 Athletic Dr
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
Disability Determination Services is a Division of the Department for Income Support. The DDS assists and determines eligibility for Social Security Administration Disability benefits for the citizens in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. DDS Adjudicators request, obtain and review medical evidence to determine the severity of medical conditions.
The DDS is 100% funded by the Social Security Administration, this means it is a position that is paid entirely as a result of federal monies. The duration of employment is determined on the 12-month probationary period. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. FFTL employees are eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee.
This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
Responsibilities And Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify .
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in adjudicating Social Security Administration disability claims or administrative experience within an organization that adjudicates Social Security Administration disability claims will substitute for the required bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. A 40-hour work week is required.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Nan Henry at Nan.Henry@ssa.gov or 502-782-1373.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
6/9/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
24-03016
Disability Adjudicator I (FFTL)
Pay Grade 12
Salary
$47,346.72 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Department for Income Support
Location
102 Athletic Dr
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
Disability Determination Services is a Division of the Department for Income Support. The DDS assists and determines eligibility for Social Security Administration Disability benefits for the citizens in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. DDS Adjudicators request, obtain and review medical evidence to determine the severity of medical conditions.
The DDS is 100% funded by the Social Security Administration, this means it is a position that is paid entirely as a result of federal monies. The duration of employment is determined on the 12-month probationary period. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. FFTL employees are eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee.
This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
Responsibilities And Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
- Under the guidance of the disability trainer, then immediate supervisor, learns the Social Security Administration Disability program; learns to manage a caseload of disability claims, the workflow of case processing and resources available; learns to determine eligibility for disability benefits; verifies information then requests, obtains, & evaluates medical evidence; prepares written decisions.
- Researches medical and vocational issues; requests assistance from in house medical consultants, vocational specialists, supervisor and case consultant.
- Develops interviewing skills for contact with claimants, medical, professional and legal authorities.
- Answers inquiries from claimants, representatives, Social Security offices, and others requesting information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to follow through on caseload deadlines and use planning and problem-solving abilities.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify .
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in adjudicating Social Security Administration disability claims or administrative experience within an organization that adjudicates Social Security Administration disability claims will substitute for the required bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. A 40-hour work week is required.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Nan Henry at Nan.Henry@ssa.gov or 502-782-1373.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $47,347
