Social Security Income Specialist
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5 Helena, MT Helena, MT Full-time Full-time $25.
80 an hour $25.
80 an hour Social Security Income Specialist (03728) - (23143335) The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division in Helena.
The Social Security Income Specialist ensures qualified children are provided the opportunity to request and obtain Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to, serves as the non-attorney representative on behalf of SSI claimants at hearings before Administrative Law Judges; evaluates assessments of the child's medical, social and developmental barriers to determine if the child appears to meet the Social Security disability criteria; provides training and assistance to staff on a variety of topics related to program responsibilities.
Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence.
By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity Knowledge and understanding of SSI adjudication process.
Knowledge of child development with effects of child abuse and disabilities.
Ability to learn the laws and regulations as they relate to eligibility issues.
Meet minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in social work, social services, public administration, or a related field.
Three years of job-related work experience in SSI program, disability determination, case management or child protective services work.
Knowledge of Montana foster care, federal program funding such as Social Security Disability Determination, or Child and Adult Protective Services System (CAPS) preferred.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website.
When submitting the required documents, you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
Cover Letter - Please describe your experience with Social Security Administration.
Resume 3 Professional References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended.
DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer.
Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana.
Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.
50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Applicant Pool Statement:
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Training Assignment:
This agency may use a training assignment.
Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules.
Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Salary:
$ 25.
80 - 25.
80 Hourly Telework Eligibility:
Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available.
Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.
) Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings:
1 Employee Status:
Regular Schedule:
Full-Time Shift:
Day Job Travel:
Yes, 25 % of the Time Primary Location:
Helena Agency:
Department of Public Health & Human Services Union:
000 - None Posting Date:
Nov 9, 2023, 4:
08:
06 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone):
Ongoing Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter, Resume, References Contact Name:
Jenny Fowler Contact Email:
email protected Contact Phone:
406-444-4550.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
5 Helena, MT Helena, MT Full-time Full-time $25.
80 an hour $25.
80 an hour Social Security Income Specialist (03728) - (23143335) The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division in Helena.
The Social Security Income Specialist ensures qualified children are provided the opportunity to request and obtain Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to, serves as the non-attorney representative on behalf of SSI claimants at hearings before Administrative Law Judges; evaluates assessments of the child's medical, social and developmental barriers to determine if the child appears to meet the Social Security disability criteria; provides training and assistance to staff on a variety of topics related to program responsibilities.
Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence.
By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity Knowledge and understanding of SSI adjudication process.
Knowledge of child development with effects of child abuse and disabilities.
Ability to learn the laws and regulations as they relate to eligibility issues.
Meet minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in social work, social services, public administration, or a related field.
Three years of job-related work experience in SSI program, disability determination, case management or child protective services work.
Knowledge of Montana foster care, federal program funding such as Social Security Disability Determination, or Child and Adult Protective Services System (CAPS) preferred.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website.
When submitting the required documents, you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
Cover Letter - Please describe your experience with Social Security Administration.
Resume 3 Professional References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended.
DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer.
Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana.
Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.
50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Applicant Pool Statement:
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Training Assignment:
This agency may use a training assignment.
Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules.
Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Salary:
$ 25.
80 - 25.
80 Hourly Telework Eligibility:
Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available.
Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.
) Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings:
1 Employee Status:
Regular Schedule:
Full-Time Shift:
Day Job Travel:
Yes, 25 % of the Time Primary Location:
Helena Agency:
Department of Public Health & Human Services Union:
000 - None Posting Date:
Nov 9, 2023, 4:
08:
06 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone):
Ongoing Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter, Resume, References Contact Name:
Jenny Fowler Contact Email:
email protected Contact Phone:
406-444-4550.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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