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CT Assist

Neurosurgery PA, Locums

Tampa, FL · On-site

... disability, medical conditions, genetics, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in every location in which CT Assist conducts business. KEYWORDS: Neurosurgeon, Consultant ...

CT Assist

Neurosurgery PA, Per Diem

Belleair, FL · On-site

... disability, medical conditions, genetics, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in every location in which CT Assist conducts business. KEYWORDS: Neurosurgeon, Consultant ...

Science Applications International Corporation

Formulates plans, policies, procedures and other documentation required to conduct foreign partner integration operations as it pertains to information protection functions and activities. * Assist ...

Advocate

SSDI Case Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site +1

Thorough knowledge of Social Security's disability process and familiarity with DDS/SSA forms ... These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions ...

Advocate

SSDI Case Manager

Orlando, FL · Remote

Thorough knowledge of Social Security's disability process and familiarity with DDS/SSA forms ... These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions ...

CNA

Legal Secretary

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$41K - $57K/yr

CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com

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What is a disability assistant?

A Disability Assistant provides support to individuals with disabilities, helping them with daily activities, mobility, communication, and personal care. They may work in homes, schools, workplaces, or healthcare settings to ensure clients have the assistance needed to live independently and comfortably. Responsibilities can include assisting with medical appointments, household tasks, and social interactions. This role requires patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.

What does a disability assistant do?

A typical day for a Disability Assistant often involves assisting clients with daily living activities such as mobility, hygiene, meal preparation, and participating in community activities. You may also help implement individual care plans, document progress, and communicate observations to healthcare professionals or family members. Disability Assistants frequently collaborate with occupational therapists, nurses, social workers, and family caregivers to provide holistic support tailored to each client’s needs. This teamwork ensures a safe, supportive environment where clients can maintain as much independence as possible while achieving their personal goals.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a disability assistant?

To thrive as a Disability Assistant, you need knowledge of disability support practices, personal care techniques, and basic first aid, often complemented by a relevant certification such as a Certificate III in Individual Support. Familiarity with assistive technology, mobility aids, and documentation or case management systems is also valuable. Key soft skills include patience, empathy, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to individuals’ specific needs. These skills are essential for providing effective, respectful, and person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in various care settings.

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Claims Specialist II - Veterans Disability Appeals

Allsup, LLC

Orlando, FL • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

About Allsup, LLC
Allsup LLC is a people-centered organization with a team of hundreds who are dedicated to helping people with disabilities lead lives that are as financially secure and healthy as possible. We enjoy working together to make a difference, get the job done, and find solutions for our customers.
You will enjoy a collaborative workplace, with rewarding results where your opinion matters. We have a great benefits package and paid time off program, with casual dress and a comfortable work environment. Many positions have no weekends, or minimal weekend work. You'll have a predictable work schedule, the potential to work from home, and enjoy an employee-centered work life and have fun.
Even better, you can develop your own knowledge and professional skills through a self-driven personal improvement approach to professional development. Our business takes complex federal programs and makes them easier for people to navigate-including SSDI, veteran's disability, return to work and Medicare. Drive your expertise and advancement with the support of your supervisor and our organization.
About the role
Serves as the primary point of contact for incoming inquiries for claimants pending in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability appeal process. Reviews claimant completed questionnaires as well as interviews claimants by telephone to complete various disability claim forms. Places outgoing calls to claimants when additional information or follow up as needed. Position involves heavy data entry and claimant education, with the objective of solving problems without escalation. Also responsible for providing the claimant insight into the VA process, explaining decisions and encouraging continued participation in the disability process. Performs work with minimal supervision.
What you'll do
Essential Job Functions:
  • Responds to customer inquiries, according to productivity and quality standards. Strives to return all voicemail, email and chat messages within contact center expectations.
  • Support the potential claimants through the appeal screening process and the schedules outbound calls for the VA representative.
  • Support claimants through the use of VA and Allsup generated questionnaires throughout entire process.
  • Understand and support sales process.
  • Accesses claimant's record on the system (past notes, completed fields, actions); interprets, gathers, and conveys information to the caller (claimant, VA and Board of Veterans Affairs).
  • Reviews claimant completed questionnaires and statements and follows up with claimant for additional information, if needed, prior to submitting forms to VA.
  • Interviews claimants by telephone to complete application, appeal, questionnaire and ancillary forms, ensuring appeal deadlines are met.
  • Place outgoing calls to gather information from claimants.
  • Accurately and fully records the claimant's description of the disability onset, medical condition, medical sources, functioning, and vocational history. Resolves discrepancies as necessary.
  • Strives to produce quality work that contains correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and follows guidelines in "Allsup Style Guide".
  • Diligently pursues contact with the claimant and initiate emails and/or letters to the claimant to ensure every opportunity was taken to reach the claimant.
  • Demonstrates technical knowledge and application with respect to the VA disability process. Must have thorough knowledge of functions of all Allsup departments. Provides claimant insight to the process and program requirements.
  • Establishes, cultivates, and maintains a positive and professional relationship with the claimant, while utilizing call management skills.
  • Responds to claimant questions with courtesy, empathy, and professionalism. Demonstrates tact and diplomacy in handling problem solving situations with claimants, VA and employees.
  • Performs vital data entry in case management system. Accurately and thoroughly document talk notes of all conversations and actions.
  • Processes work in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Participates in the training and development of other specialists; shares information.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of claimant information, procedural manuals, client/prospect lists, information on new business ventures, and other confidential Allsup information.
  • Obtains information regarding other services/programs that might be helpful to the claimant such as health insurance assistance, Medicare, state funded programs (welfare) and other local resources.
  • Mentor peers and support staff.
  • Assist in updating the training manual.
  • Assist with special projects.

Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or higher preferred with six months of customer service experience or appropriate Allsup experience
  • Professional oral/telephone communication skills
  • Superior organizational skills
  • High level of initiative
  • Excellent knowledge of Word and Excel

Benefits
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(K) Matching
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

DISCLAIMER
Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in the job description are not exhaustive. The company may assign other tasks, duties and responsibilities with no prior notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer. ALL characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.
The pay range for this role is:
17 - 21.63 USD per hour (US)

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