What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Hearings Case Manager position at Shook and Stone CHTD?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
In this role, you will play a critical role in supporting individuals with disabilities as they navigate through the complex process of applying for SSD benefits. This role primarily focuses on managing cases at the Pre-Hearings Level.
The Pre-Hearings Case Manager is expected to :
- Oversee the handling of a caseload of Social Security Disability claims at the Pre-Hearings level, ensuring that all cases progress smoothly and efficiently.
- Work collaboratively with the Pre-Hearings Case Manager Assistant, attorneys, and / or representatives on cases at the Pre-Hearings Level; while utilizing a moderate level of discretion and independent judgement to delegate tasks to the Pre-Hearing Case Manager Assistant which may include any of the following : contacting Social Security Administration (SSA) & The Disability Determine Services (DDS) office , contacting clients to either provide an update on their case and / or follow up on required paperwork needed from them; faxing paperwork - such as SSA and / or DDS; complete call backs from either SSA / DDS Offices, and / or Clients; following up with clients on paperwork deadlines that have to be turned into SSA / DDS; calendaring various tasks and / or clients appointments; collecting medical records; maintaining client files - ensuring client files / records are accurate and up-to-date adhering to organizational and regulatory standards.
- Evaluate the strength of each case, including the medical evidence, work history, and vocational limitations, to determine the likelihood of a successful outcome.
- Assist clients in completing necessary forms, such as disability reports and appeals documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Collect and organize all relevant medical and supporting evidence to strengthen the case.
- Maintain regular contact with clients to provide updates on their case status, address any questions or concerns, and offer guidance throughout the Pre-Hearing process.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients at the Pre-Hearings level and establish rapport and trust.
- Maintain detailed and accurate case files, including client records, correspondence, and case-related documentation.
- Ensure all client information is confidentially managed and comply with relevant data protection and privacy regulations.
- Communicate and collaborate with medical professionals, including doctors, therapists, and specialists, to obtain necessary medical records, opinion letters, or additional evidence to support clients' claims.
- Adherence to all legal and ethical standards, including SSA regulations, professional codes of conduct, and client confidentiality.
In addition, with other duties that may be assigned.
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