Disability Adjudicator Trainee — Flexible Hours & Overtime

State of Nevada; West Virginia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

PERS Retirement

Deferred Compensation

No Nevada state income tax

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Longevity pay

Job summary

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR) is hiring a Disability Adjudicator Trainee in either Carson City or Las Vegas. The role involves evaluating disability claims, applying Social Security regulations, and collaborating with medical professionals.

Training is provided to progress toward the Disability Adjudicator 3 level with potential flexible schedules and overtime when available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in listed fields.
• Paraprofessional experience applying program rules and evaluating information.
• Ability to interpret medical and legal documents.
• Experience with disability claims processing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interview applicants to obtain personal history and contact claimants.
• Verify and document medical and vocational evidence for disability determinations.
• Review applications for completeness and request necessary information.
• Prepare disability determinations and notices with clear lay language.
• Provide medical case management and vocational analysis for claims.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Communication skills

Caseload management

Learning software/tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences/health/legal/business/public admin

Associate's degree + 1 year paraprofessional experience

High school diploma + 2 years paraprofessional experience

Experience as Rehabilitation Technician III (NV)

Two years Rehabilitation experience

Job description

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR) is hiring a Disability Adjudicator Trainee in either Carson City or Las Vegas. The role involves evaluating disability claims, applying Social Security regulations, and collaborating with medical professionals.

Training is provided to progress toward the Disability Adjudicator 3 level with potential flexible schedules and overtime when available.