The Application Specialist is responsible for effectively navigating clients through the Social Security Disability application process by gathering pertinent information; reviewing details with clients to ensure accuracy, and submitting claims to the Social Security Administration.

• Answer all client calls and questions about cases.
• Keep clients’ files updated and organized in the Case Management System.
• Determine if there are any potential issues prior to beginning applications.
• Collect all information necessary during the application process – medical, work, personal, etc.
• Complete both DIB and SSI applications in their entirety on every case.
• Review all information for accuracy before submission.
• Submit applications and appeals in a timely manner.
• Prepare and turn in completed printed applications.
• Prepare and turn in application checklists for each application completed.
• Fill out an application Daily Report and email it to the appropriate parties.
• Keep the application Excel list up to date.
• Ensure all notes are entered into the Case Management System during each phone call with clients.
• Complete a minimum of six applications daily.
• Complete at minimum two appeals daily.
• If appropriate, cold call clients on the application list to complete the application or schedule for a future date.
• Make all attempts to get in contact with clients.
• Text/photo communication with clients.
• Any other miscellaneous requests from management.

Minimum/Required Qualifications:

• The ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently.
• Physically able to perform duties assigned at sufficient speed.
• Effective communication skills.
• Able to work well with others.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• The ability to read and write in English.
• Functional computer skills, i.e. Office, Outlook, legal applications, typing.

Desired Qualifications:

• The ability to read and write in Spanish is a plus.
• Multi-tasking ability – the ability to work in several programs at one time.
• High energy.
• Detail oriented.
• Mature ability to use judgment and be dependable.
• Answering phone calls from and communicating with the front desk for the betterment of our clients.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to see, talk, hear and use hands and fingers in performing the majority of tasks. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The job requires the employee to have dexterity in using a telephone, computer keyboard, and a computer mouse while seated at a desk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance. The employee frequently moves within the building to interact with fellow staff. Must be able to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer, calculator, fax machine, photocopier, etc.

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