Disability Benefit Specialist

Job Summary

To support a compassionate team, the full-time remote Disability Benefit Specialist will manage disability claims, evaluate benefit eligibility, and guide employees in return-to-work strategies while ensuring timely and accurate decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Manages assigned caseload of Short Term and Long Term Disability claims
• Communicates with claimants, employers, and medical professionals to gather necessary information for benefit authorization
• Ensures accurate eligibility determinations and seamless transitions from STD to LTD claims

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
• 2+ years of experience in STD/LTD claims adjudication
• Familiarity with FMLA/State leave claims is a plus
• Knowledge of ERISA regulations and Social Security procedures
• Proficiency in computer applications including Excel and web-based systems