IN-DCS-Social Security Specialist
Job Overview
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Date PostedJune 8, 2026
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Expiration dateJune 12, 2026
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Job StatusOpen
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Requisition ID804196
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Working TypeOnsite
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Duration11 Months and 29 Days
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Interview TypeIn person only
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Work AddressIGCS 402 W Washington St., Room W364 MS48 Indianapolis, IN 46204
Job Description
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
It may require interaction
with Family Case Managers, supervisors, and Local Office Directors to request and clarify
information when making determinations.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are
required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may
change or be assigned at any time.
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Submit SSI applications
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– Submit CDR applications
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– Submit Recon applications
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– Data entry on social security forms
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– Complete social security accounting reports
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– Scan social security mail
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– Customer service calls to SSA and DDB to relay
basic placement information
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– Email template SSI referral requests to FCMs,
and forward received referrals to supervisor
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– Manage SSI referral follow ups, sending emails
for unreceived requests
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– Mail school and medical records requests for
hearings
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– Manage follow-ups for hearings records
requests
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– Submit SSN email requests to SSA
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– Post-refund case research for additional
benefit checks received in error
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– Respond in writing to SSA address and check
notices
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– Monthly check audits to look for SSA payment
coding errors
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– Mail outgoing social security correspondence
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– Social security overpayment notice review for
accuracy
Responsibilities and required skills
High school Diploma ()
Prior experience in a position with strong data entry skills. (4 Years)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel (4 Years)
Effective written and verbal communication skills. ()
Attention to detail and proofreading skills. ()
Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and multitask ()
Previous experience in a position that demanded a high level of confidentiality. ()
Working knowledge of MaGIK and/or KidTracks ()
Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to child services and adoption eligibility. ()
Prior experience with accounting and auditing. ()
Prior experience with the social security prgram. ()
Prior experience with benefits coordination. ()