Health Advocates is seeking a highly motivated Attorney with Social Security Disability experience for our main office in Chatsworth, CA. This position will report under Leibovic Law Group, LLP, the in-house law firm for Health Advocates that provides legal guidance and representation when needed in front of an ALJ and/or State and Federal courts.

Job Summary

Evaluates Supplemental Security Income/Social Security Disability Insurance (SSI/SSDI) case referrals and/or claim denials to determine whether or not the denied claim can be overturned. Responsibilities include: evaluating new SSI/SSDI referrals and denials, develops, and implements preliminary case strategy; reviews new and open cases during application, reconsideration and hearing level to determine merit and legal theory of the case, presents medical evidence and engages in negotiation, prepares claimants and cases for hearings, drafts legal briefs and letters to Social Security Administration (SSA), Disability Adjudication – Hearings, and the claimant, represents claimants before an Administrative Law Judge, documents hearing/case information in computer system, reviews unfavorable decisions to determine merit to appeal cases, prepares Appeals Council Briefs and letters to Disability Adjudication – Appeals, completes work assignments within the required timeframe, conducts training sessions for department staff, and performs miscellaneous related duties as required.

Qualifications

· Juris Doctorate Degree

· Admission to California State Bar or other State Bar required

· Over two years of direct experience in social service counseling and/or legal representation

· Strong negotiation and presentation skills

· Outstanding organization and analytical skills and abilities

· Ability to prioritize multiple projects

· Knowledge of the 5-step sequential evaluation process

· Able to handle a high volume of cases on a daily basis

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License

· Reliable vehicle with current auto insurance coverage

· Willing and able to travel regularly

· Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook

· Type at least 40 wpm

Position Type: Full-time; Exempt

Salary: $42 - $92 per hour (Depends on relevant experience)

Schedule: Alternative Work Week Schedule: Mon-Thurs 7:30 am-5:00 pm & Fri 7:30 am-12:30 pm.

Other: We conduct assessment testing and post offer background checks

Benefits
Health Advocates offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of today's employees. They include: Healthcare & Insurance Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Employee Discounts, Employee Assistance Program, Rideshare Incentives, Employee Referral Program, Vacation/Holiday/Sick Leave and other time off.

About Us

Founded in 1990, Health Advocates is the largest privately funded public advocacy company in California providing Eligibility and Recovery services to California public health systems, private hospitals, clinics, health plans, government agencies, and individuals. We are dedicated to identifying medical coverage from third-party sources such as Medi-Cal, Social Security (SSI/SSDI), and other health insurance programs to minimize uncompensated care to the benefit of both our clients and the patients and applicants they serve. Our success is born from a very unique blend of resources, expertise, and an unwavering determination to identify coverage and recovery solutions on behalf of patients that simply have no ability to pay their increasing financial healthcare debts. Innovation and compassion are integral to Health Advocates’ identity and these attributes have historically served our clients very well. We are proud of our past, excited about our future, and confident of our continued success.

This position requires access to confidential protected health information (PHI). Our employees are expected to protect the privacy of all PHI in accordance with Health Advocates' privacy policies and procedures and as required by state and federal law including but not limited to the HIPAA Security and Privacy Rule.

Health Advocates
21540 Plummer Street, Suite B
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 995-9500 p
(818) 995-6872 f

Health Advocates is an equal opportunity employer. We believe all of our employees should be treated fairly, consistently, and with dignity and respect. Our goal is to maintain a satisfied and productive team of employees. The keys to reaching that goal are effective leadership, fair and competitive wages and benefits, dedication to the job, and close attention to employee relations matters.

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