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Empowering Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is now accepting applications for Disability Claims Adjudicators.
These federally funded positions are deemed necessary to determine someone’s medical eligibility for Ohioans who apply for Social Security Disability benefits (Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income) while dealing with the economic effects of Covid-19 pandemic.
This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining contract. Unless required by legislation or union contract, candidates will start at the lowest rate of the salary range associated with this position.Who we are
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is the state agency that empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. It is accomplished through its Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR), Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired (BSVI), and Division of Disability Determination (DDD). A fourth area is the Division of Employer and Innovation Services (EIS), which is responsible for establishing and maintaining partnerships with employers. What we do
OOD works with partners in businesses, education, and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities, and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio.Our guiding principles
In striving for excellence in service, we will:
Listen first
Act with a sense of urgency
Honor diversity
Foster inclusiveness
Value collaboration
Inspire innovation
Be transparent
Be accountable
Celebrate successThe Division of Disability Determination (DDD)
A division of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), in agreement with the Social Security Administration (SSA), determines medical eligibility for Ohioans who apply for Social Security disability benefits. What is a Disability Claims Adjudicator and what do they do?
At OOD, a Disability Claims Adjudicator (DCA) is a State of Ohio employee who considers medical and vocational information to process Social Security disability determination claims for Ohioans; gathers and analyzes information from various sources to include medical, psychological, and functional evidence in determining one’s work-related limitations; and interacts frequently with claimants, attorneys, medical sources and other professionals to obtain evidence used to evaluate the severity of medical conditions and a claimant’s ability to perform work-related activities.Education Requirements
Completion of undergraduate core program in human/medical services area or closely related fieldQualifications
Completion of undergraduate core program in human/medical services area (e.g. psychology, sociology, criminology, pre-medicine, special education), public relations, public administration, business administration, communications, or closely related field OR
24 months of experience in adjudication of social security disability benefits claims for another state jurisdiction or federal component of social security administration OR
Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted aboveCharacteristics of a Successful Disability Claims Adjudicator
Ability to manage a high-paced workflow in a time-efficient manner
Ability to stay organized and quality-focused
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
Ability to make decisions independently with good judgement
Motivation and ability to deliver excellent customer service
Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are desiredWork Hours
8am-5pm
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Apply Now!
