Veterans Benefits Apprentice: Train to Become an NSO

Disabled American Veterans; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Disabled American Veterans seeks an NSO Apprentice to begin a structured training program to represent veterans pursuing disability claims and other benefits from the VA. The role includes on-the-job training, interviewing veterans, reviewing medical and service records, and preparing legal submissions under supervision.

The position focuses on learning to navigate federal regulations, advising claimants on appeal options, and coordinating with VA adjudicators while supporting DAV’s mission

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of legal/medical terminology is helpful for understanding benefits.
• Familiarity with data collection and client records is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Study and train to act as a representative for veterans pursuing disability claims and other benefits.
• Conduct interviews to elicit information for identifying potential benefits.
• Review service and medical records to assess claim validity and evidentiary needs.
• Prepare submissions such as briefs applying regulations to facts.
• Monitor claim progress and communicate with VA adjudicators.
• Advise claimants on appeal options when necessary.
• Recruit new DAV members to support DAV’s mission.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Veterans benefits knowledge databases

Job description

Disabled American Veterans seeks an NSO Apprentice to begin a structured training program to represent veterans pursuing disability claims and other benefits from the VA. The role includes on-the-job training, interviewing veterans, reviewing medical and service records, and preparing legal submissions under supervision.

The position focuses on learning to navigate federal regulations, advising claimants on appeal options, and coordinating with VA adjudicators while supporting DAV’s mission