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Aflac

Sr LTD Case Manager

Windsor, CT · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Working with Diverse Populations What does it take to be successful in this role? • Strong understanding of disability claims management concepts. • Solid understanding of medical terminology ...

Aflac Incorporated

Sr LTD Case Manager

Windsor, CT · Remote

$65K - $85K/yr

Strong understanding of disability claims management concepts. Solid understanding of medical terminology/pathology/anatomy. Ability to verbally articulate clearly, concisely and explain complex ...

Aflac, Incorporated

Sr LTD Case Manager

Windsor, CT · Remote

$65K - $85K/yr

Working with Diverse Populations What does it take to be successful in this role? • Strong understanding of disability claims management concepts. • Solid understanding of medical terminology ...

Aflac

Leave Case Manager

Shelton, CT · On-site

$40K - $58K/yr

Knowledge of medical disability management preferred. * Strong organizational skills. * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Ability to work in a team environment. * Ability to meet or exceed ...

Aflac Incorporated

Leave Case Manager

Shelton, CT · Hybrid

$40K - $58K/yr

Knowledge of medical disability management preferred. * Strong organizational skills. * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Ability to work in a team environment. * Ability to meet or exceed ...

Aflac, Incorporated

Leave Case Manager

Shelton, CT · Hybrid

$40K - $58K/yr

Knowledge of medical disability management preferred. * Strong organizational skills. * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Ability to work in a team environment. * Ability to meet or exceed ...

The Hartford

Short-Term Disability Analyst

Hartford, CT · On-site +1

$46K - $67K/yr

The Ability Analyst is responsible for investigating and managing short-term disability claims to make timely, accurate, and customer focused benefit determinations across short term disability. This ...

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What is a disabilities manager?

Disabilities Managers are professionals who coordinate and oversee services, programs, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities within organizations or institutions. Their role involves ensuring compliance with disability laws, facilitating reasonable adjustments, and supporting employees or clients with disabilities. They also work to promote accessibility, provide guidance on disability-related issues, and may offer training to staff. Disabilities Managers often collaborate with HR, legal teams, and external agencies to create inclusive environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disabilities manager?

To thrive as a Disabilities Manager, you need expertise in disability laws (such as ADA), case management, and human resources, typically supported by a relevant degree and experience in disability services. Familiarity with HR information systems, accommodation management software, and compliance tracking tools is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and a high degree of empathy help foster inclusive environments and effective communication with employees and stakeholders. These skills are crucial for ensuring legal compliance, supporting employees with disabilities, and promoting organizational inclusivity.

How does a disabilities manager typically collaborate with other departments to ensure accessibility and inclusion in the workplace?

A Disabilities Manager works closely with HR, facilities, and department heads to implement accommodations and foster an inclusive environment. This involves conducting accessibility assessments, coordinating with IT for assistive technologies, and providing training to staff on disability awareness and compliance. Regular meetings with these departments help identify and address barriers, ensuring that policies and practices support employees with disabilities effectively. Collaboration is key to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

What is the difference between Disabilities Manager vs Accessibility Coordinator?

AspectDisabilities ManagerAccessibility Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in social work, rehabilitation, or related field; certifications like Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) are common.Often requires similar degrees; certifications in accessibility or ADA compliance are advantageous.
Work EnvironmentWorks within organizations to develop disability programs, manage accommodations, and support employees with disabilities.Focuses on ensuring physical and digital accessibility, conducting audits, and implementing accessibility standards.
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, government, and healthcare sectors to manage disability policies.Used across public and private sectors to improve accessibility compliance.

While both roles aim to support individuals with disabilities, the Disabilities Manager primarily oversees disability programs and accommodations, whereas the Accessibility Coordinator concentrates on physical and digital accessibility compliance and improvements.

What are the most commonly searched types of Disabilities jobs in Connecticut?

The most popular types of Disabilities jobs in Connecticut are:

What cities in Connecticut are hiring for Disabilities Manager jobs?

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Supervisory Program Manager (Disability Services Section Manager)

Criminal Investigation & Law Enforcement | IRS Careers

New Haven, CT • On-site

$125K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

WHAT IS CRCO - Chief Risk & Control Officer?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions
  • Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s):
    • CRCO - Civil Rights Compliance, Disability Services

REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILSQualifications:

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower level within the payband or GS grade in the normal line of progression in the Federal service that demonstrates the required managerial skills and technical competence required to perform the job.
To be qualifying for this position your experience must include:

  • Experience that demonstrated management/leadership experience such as applying management techniques, methods, theories, principles, or labor relations concepts for the accomplishment of all program objectives with combined technical and administrative oversight. This experience may have been gained through work experience as a project/program manager, team lead or project/program lead, technical advisor, or senior specialist/analyst that included managing resources, providing support to managers, mentoring team members, providing day to day guidance training and/or oversight of peers or others.
  • Experience applying regulations, other official guidance, and principles, including the latest procedures and techniques sufficient to oversee the planning, development, and implementation of the technical aspects of programs specific to the position being filled.
  • Experience applying communicative techniques to effectively and diplomatically interact with internal and external customers.
  • Overseeing and supporting personnel responsible for agency-wide service operations, contract administration, and/or accommodation support activities.
  • Providing advice and/or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters to improve workload efficiency and meet program goals.
  • Influencing the effectiveness, accessibility initiatives, and maintain compliance with federal disability requirements across agency operations.
  • Communicating both orally and in writing with all levels of management and subordinate employees to provide guidance and direction.

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You must also meet the following requirement(s):

  • TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT (TACA): By the closing date (or if this is an open continuous announcement, by the cut-off date) specified in this job announcement, current civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since their latest non-temporary appointment from a competitive referral certificate, known as time after competitive appointment. For this requirement, a competitive appointment is one where you applied to and were appointed from an announcement open to "All US Citizens"

For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Go to Understanding the IRS Paybands for GS/IR conversion.

Education:A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click here (Section 3, Explanation of Terms) or here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
We recommend choosing an evaluator from a member organization of one of the following national associations of credential evaluation services: National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE).Employment Type: OTHER

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