STAFF SPECIALIST III EDUCATION - Social Security Program

State Salary Grade 18

$49,899 - $80,078

DORS Headquarters

2301 Argonne Drive

Baltimore MD  21218

To provide leadership and support in the development, implementation, coordination and monitoring of statewide Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) policy and procedures regarding Social Security Administration programs. To develop, coordinate and conduct staff training activities related to the Ticket To Work Program, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Work Incentives/Benefits Planning Services. To facilitate employment and SSA benefits verification, as well as Ticket to Work data sharing.

Develop policy and procedures for DORS services provided to Ticket to Work holders. Liaison between DORS and community parters including Social Security, the Ticket to Work Program manager, private Employment Networks and other state VR programs.  Develop case management analytics to track and evaluate Ticket and cost reimbursement program effectiveness.  Provide statewide training and technical support to DORS staff on Social Security related programs.   Provide referral and technical assistance support to Social Security beneficiaries interested in and/or receiving DORS services.  Supervise agency staff responsible for cost reimbursement and other Program Income revenue sources.  Verify and process wage and benefits information to ensure accuracy and report such data through VR case management, cost reimbursement, and Ticket to Work programs. Participate in Quality Assurance and Policy reviews, particularly in regard to those areas of policy pertaining to Social Security issues.  Maintain agency, state and federal clearances, including SSA Suitability clearances for the purposes of data sharing.  

EDUCATION: 

Possession of a Master’s degree or at least 36 hours of equivalent post-baccalaureate course work in rehabilitation counseling or closely related field.

EXPERIENCE:

Three years professional experience in rehabilitation or disability determination services is required.

NOTES:

Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the Master's degree or 36 hours of equivalent post-baccalaureate course work.

Skills in effective public speaking, budget management and tracking, and using spreadsheet and database software are strongly desired.  Prior experience with Social Security programs, claims preparation, and benefits planning services preferred.  An ability to demonstrate experience in technical writing in accordance with local, state, or Federal regulations is preferred.

Individual must possess or be willing to obtain Federal Suitability Clearance through the Center for Suitability and Personnel Security (CSPS) of the Social Security Administration's Personnel Security and Suitability Program (PSSP).  This clearance includes FBI background and credit checks needed to obtain access to database systems essential to this position.

Applicants must complete the Maryland State Government on-line application for employment recruitment #18-005298-0017. The Application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the prerequisite Minimum Qualifications and possesses the Selective Qualifications for this position.

Paper applications can be completed and faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resource Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. To obtain a paper application visit our website dors.maryland.gov or marylandpublicschools.org.  Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9424.

Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850.

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, and travel throughout the State are required.   Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

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