A Disability Specialist is accountable for reviewing the patient’s disability documents to determine eligibility, reviewing and maintaining current cases, helping people understand their disabilities, providing support and assisting in problem-solving. A professional Disability Specialist Resume lists additional responsibilities such as – delivering formal training to staff, determining the eligibility for assistance, assessing and approving claims, answering client’s questions, evaluating patients to determine the service that is needed by them, and evaluating the patients periodically to determine for changes if any.
The resume should demonstrate these skills – knowledge of federal, state and local laws; experience working with disabled people, familiarity with technical, psychological and medical terminologies; and immense communication skills. To meet the qualification criteria, job applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work counseling or counseling; some employers, may, however, necessitate a master’s degree in the field of special education as well.
Objective : Work with students with disabilities at the secondary and post-secondary level often are known as learning disabilities specialists.
Skills : Auto Cad, Inventor, Solid Works.
Description :
Analyzed, approved, and authorized assigned claims and determines benefits due pursuant to a disability plan.
Claimed payments and adjustments for workers compensation, Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), and other disability offsets.
Informed claimants of documentation required to process claims, required time frames, payment information, and claims status either by phone.
Communicated with and educates employees, employers, and physicians to set appropriate expectations both verbally and in writing.
Documented claim decisions or action plans with high attention to detail.
Assisted the call center on incoming calls with dynamic customer service.
Answered questions pertaining to claims information. Analyze the evidence-based on medical and vocational factors.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Disability Specialist/Representative Resume
Summary : Strong communication skills: both oral and written. Highly motivated to achieve set goals. Experience working in a fast paced, time sensitive, team environment.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Analysis, Review And Research.
Description :
Austin Researched and analyzed complex medical, psychological, vocational, and technical data.
Obtained necessary medical and/or psychological documentary evidence to evaluate the assessment of the degree of impairment and residual functional capacity.
Reviewed and adjudicated claims based on the Social Security Administration disability federal program.
Consulted with others, including claimants, officials of SSA, attending physicians, program physicians, other health professionals.
Implemented complex SSA program policy and procedures, and investigated and resolved complex issues.
Federal (SSA) and other states/federal disability program regulations and procedures. Knowledge of medical and psychological terminology.
Evaluated all case data to determine disability. Prepare a rationale explaining the decision.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Child Development
Disability Specialist/Co-ordinator Resume
Summary : Review applications and medical records of people who are applying for Social Security Disability. Request medical records of the claimants and then review them, bookmarking important information.
Skills : Technical Skills, MS-Excel.
Description :
Worked with kids who are being assessed with disabilities.
Evaluated kid's interests, qualifications for school settings, and accommodations.
Provided parents with private and public programs serving the community. Keep up to case notes and work on IEP goals.
Conducted meetings with parents and teachers to work on children's goals.
Ran monthly reports Processing checks for participants Perform daily tasks consisting of participant requests.
Helped Organize Annual Health flex enrollment procedures Verifying Pin Mailers and Statement on Demands.
Trained new and Old employees on daily tasks and processing procedures Process W4, W9, Depository agreements, and social security payments.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Masters
Disability Specialist/Analyst Resume
Summary : Experience in general human resource programs including Benefits, WC and STD. Explained benefits and company policies to new hires on a regular basis.
Skills : Typing at least 55 WPM, Technical Skills.
Description :
Responsible for work comp, short term disability, and leave of absence as well as FMLA.
Handled auto accidents and working with auto carriers in processing damage claims.
Worked with obtaining a Certificate of Insurance for the rental or security of bids.
Created numerous spreadsheets for tracking case progress and OSHA reporting.
Investigated damage claims which saved the company money. Detailed oriented, organized, and work in an efficient manner.
Consoled children with disabilities, log behavior charts, implement social skills.
Performed PCM Accomplishments Helping children progress in behaviors, social, and learning skills.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Legal Assistant
Disability Specialist II Resume
Headline : Business professional seeking to leverage 10 years of diversified experience, excellent communication and problem-solving skills as well as strategy development and a tenacious focus.
Skills : Technical Skills, Analyzing Skills.
Description :
Managed disability claims in an ethical manner, ensuring quality decisions, benefit calculations, and delivering a high level of customer service.
Responsible for investigation, evaluation, interpretation, and payment/denial of claims with sound and impartial judgment.
Operated independently using appropriate duration guidelines when necessary.
Interpreted contract provisions, vocational, and medical information independently.
Interacted with claimants, attorneys, brokers, physicians, and policyholders.
Processed death claims and issues survivor benefits to eligible beneficiaries.
Maintained Procedural and Financial score throughout.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Information Technology
Disability Specialist III Resume
Summary : Diligent, compassionate, and thorough mental health care specialist with over ten years experience dedicated to the personal integrity of all clients, combined with extensive professional training.
Skills : Hard Working, Management.
Description :
Developed an understanding and working knowledge of disability products, policies, and contracts as well as statutory requirements.
Handled medical, vocational, and disability issues and claims.
Handled customer inquiries, complaints, billing questions, and payment extension/service requests.
Managed a high-volume workload within a deadline-driven environment.
Calmed angry callers and locate resources for problem resolution. Developed operating knowledge of the applicable claims systems.
Developed basic medical and technical claims skills and an understanding of claim practices and procedures.
Timely and accurate adjudication of assigned Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability claims.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Diploma
Disability Specialist/Technician Resume
Summary : To obtain a position that will utilize skills and training to deliver quality service to employer customers, while have an opportunity for growth and advancements.
Skills : Technical Skills, MS-Office,
Description :
Assisted patients in understanding their disabilities and their rights and responsibilities relating to reasonable accommodations.
Provided support and problem-solving assistance to individuals and groups.
Maintained strict confidentiality in verbal and written communications.
Maintained knowledge of current legislation and national, state, and local issues affecting access for patients with disabilities.
Documented maintain and review current and accurate case records, notes, and related information in electronic and manual files.
Effectively communicate complex technical matters related to disabilities both verbally and in writing.
Worked with people with a variety of disabilities.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Diploma
Lead Disability Specialist Resume
Summary : Obtain a position with company where can utilize and maximize dynamic computer knowledge, problem solving skills, organizational abilities, and passion for helping others.
Skills : Hard Working, Management.
Description :
Worked hands-on with individuals with mental disabilities.
Helped them to cope with different environments.
Showed them that they are capable of living in all different types of communities.
Showed them how to maintain a household, how to cook for themselves, wash clothes, iron, and showed them how to keep up with the times.
Worked in this environment showed that no matter challenges in life you can accomplish anything you put your mind to.
Showed that everyone on this earth belongs somewhere.
Organizational skills, communication, skills, and most of all used loving skills.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BA
Associate Disability Specialist Resume
Summary : Experience in office procedures while working with computers, over customer service experience, 5 years of sales experience and over 10 years of warehouse experience.
Skills : Technical Skills, Hard Working.
Description :
Certain departments within Nationwide were bought out by Sedgwick.
Administered all of Nordstrom employee's FMLA, STD & LTD cases.
Calls to customers and doctors to obtained pertinent medical information.
Built cases, reviewed medical, and either approved, extended, or denied those cases depending on the medical.
Evolved while there was constant change. Very good relationships with peers and clients.
Helped anyone on The Nordstrom Leave & Disability Team that had questions or concerns.
Prepared documentation to support decisions to grant disability status or not.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Machinist
Asst. Disability Specialist Resume
Summary : Seeking a challenging position that will enable to use strong organization skills as well as utilize knowledge of medical office operations.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Excellent Written And Verbal Skills.
Description :
Supervised all residents including engaging in conversation and encourages socializing.
Assisted preparing schedules and planned meals and snacks for residents.
Wrote up reports of resident behavior and activity.
Residents out on a community outing and take them to events.
Cooked, cleaned, bathing, doing their laundry, and monitoring them until they're ready to sleep for the night.
Received Bonuses and rewards. Skills Used Distribute proper medications and supplements to residents.
Communicated on a complex level with clients, vendors, doctors, psychologists, and co-workers, orally, and in writing.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Business Management
Disability Specialist Resume
Headline : Extensive experience in case and data management. Use of case management software. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs. Ability to multi task between several projects.
Skills : Case Management, Data Entry, Medical Terminology.
Description :
Processed Social Security Disability applications.
Reviewed complex medical and vocational issues.
Answered questions from claimants about their claims.
Adapted to changing state and federal laws.
Maintained strict confidentiality of personal and medical information.
Received all career ladder promotions.
Finished top in training class Skills Used Computer database searches.
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