DDS Supervisor – Line Unit - #ARSD0230, ARSD0461

Title: DDS Supervisor – Line Unit - #ARSD0230, ARSD0461

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Hiring Range: Starting salary $88,842 commensurate with experience.

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Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs

Agency Website: https://www.dars.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

If you are someone who seeks continued growth, likes a variety in your workday, and want to broaden your skillsets, then this position is for you.

Job Duties

Disability Determination Services’ objective is to provide accurate, timely, efficient, and cost-effective evaluations of medical and vocational evidence related to claims filed by citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia for benefits under Title II, Title XVI, and Title XIX of the Social Security Act. These evaluations result in the adjudication or “determination” of claims at the initial claims stage, at the continuing disability review stage, and at other appellate points in the disability process.

We are seeking to fill two DDS Supervisor - Line Unit positions. The incumbent supervises a staff of Disability Determination Analysts and Case Consultants who adjudicate claims for disability benefits under all programs of the Social Security Act, as amended, and ensures that claims are processed as expeditiously and accurately as possible consistent with the division’s goals for quality, production, and cost.

The Incumbent coordinates preparation of Appeals Summaries and Senior Analyst participation in Medicaid due process hearings to ensure accurate and professional explanations are given of DDS actions. Consults with individual unit members regarding casework and advises appropriate actions to be taken on the claims in accordance with applicable policies and provides direction and training to unit staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience -

• Considerable experience in adjudication of disability claims under the Social Security Act, as amended. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Social Security disability program and extensive knowledge of medical body systems including major disease processes, treatment regimens, clinical signs, symptoms, laboratory findings, medical terminology, and degree of impact of medically determinable impairments on the mental and physical function of adults and children.

Skills/Abilities -

• Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret, apply and impart complex policies and procedures and to independently review and adjudicate, if necessary, single-decision-maker claims which involve independent assessment of the evidence, completion of all assessment and transmittal forms without medical input or sign-off on the decision. 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing and to analyze information, reach logical conclusions, and make feasible recommendations for the consistent and efficient operation of a statewide program. 
• Demonstrated ability to review and/or direct the work of others and to organize large volumes of work and maintain time frames and goals. Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize position related computer applications.

Must pass HSPD-12 federal credentialing.

Additional Considerations:

• Training and or experience in a human service or medically related discipline or closely related field.

Special Instructions:

• This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1.
• The Social Security Administration (SSA) will conduct an extensive fingerprint-based criminal history check and credentialing process on all final candidates.
• All job offers will be contingent upon the applicant successfully passing the required SSA background process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Americorp, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process