Disability and Leave Management Claims Specialist (REMOTE)

<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;">At Equitable, we help clients secure their financial well-being so they can pursue long and fulfilling lives- a mission we’ve honed since 1859.  </span></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Equitable is looking for an experienced Claims Specialist supporting Disability and Leave Management claims to join our team!<span style="mso-spacerun:yes;">  </span>The Claims Specialist is responsible for providing excellent customer service. You will be expected to utilize judgment and assess risk as you work with various business partners to render claim decisions and partner with internal and external resources.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes;">  </span>Reliability and dependability throughout our extensive training program is required.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></span></p><ul><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Deliver an exceptional customer experience and ensure that customer commitments and deliverables are achieved</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Communication via telephone, email, and text with employees, employers, attorneys, and others</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Review and interpret medical records, utilizing resources as appropriate</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Complete financial calculations</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Gain an understanding and working knowledge of the Equitable claim and other applicable systems, policies, procedures, and contracts as well as regulatory and statutory requirements for claim adjudication</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Apply contract/policy provisions to ensure accurate eligibility and liability decisions</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Demonstrate and apply analytical and critical thinking skills</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Verify on-going liability and develop strategies for return-to-work opportunities as appropriate</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Document objective, clear and technical rationale for all claim determinations and demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate claim decisions to our customers via oral and written communication</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Leverage a broad spectrum of resources, materials, and tools to render claims decisions</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Provide timely and exceptional customer experience by paying appropriate claims accurately and timely, responding to all inquiries and maintaining expected service and quality standards</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Work within a fast-paced environment, with tight deadlines, and demonstrate the ability to balance multiple priorities</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Work independently as well as within a team structure</span></li></ul><p class="MsoNoSpacing"> </p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW131973809 BCX8" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:none;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;user-select:text;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">This position offers a remote work schedule that allows you to stay fully engaged with your team to provide outstanding, customer‑focused service during our core hours (8:30 AM–5:30 PM EST). Periodic office visits may be requested based on business needs.</span></span><br> </p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">The base salary range for this position is $50,000-$60,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Equitable Pay and Benefits<span class="ui-provider">:</span></span><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span class="ui-provider"> </span></span><a target="_blank" title="https://portal.equitable.com/appentry/edoxredirect?node_id=a2023013000001" rel="noopener"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Equitable Total Rewards Program</span></a><br><br> </p><br><br><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>What You Will Bring</strong></span></p><ul><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;">1+ years disability claims experience</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;">Exceptional customer service skills</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;">Maintains positive and effective interaction with challenging customers</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;">Strong knowledge of disability and leave laws and regulations</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;">Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism</span></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNoSpacing"> </p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-themecolor:background1;mso-themeshade:191;"><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></span></span></p><ul><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Group Disability Claims experience</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Exceptional written and oral communication skills demonstrated in previous work experience</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to multitask and prioritize deadlines</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Detail oriented; able to analyze and research contract information</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Demonstrated ability to operate with a sense of urgency</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Experience in effectively meeting/ exceeding individual professional expectations and team goals</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Demonstrated analytical and math skills</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Ability to exercise critical thinking skills, risk management skills and sound judgment</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Ability to adapt, problem solve quickly and communicate effective solutions</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">High level of flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the organization</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Self-motivated, independent with proven ability to work effectively on a team and work with others in a highly collaborative team environment</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Continuous improvement mindset</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">A commitment to support a work environment that fosters diversity and inclusion</span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Proficiency in computer literacy and skills with the ability to work within multiple systems; proficiency with PC based programs such as Excel and Word</span></li></ul><p class="MsoNoSpacing"> </p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-themecolor:background1;mso-themeshade:191;"><strong>Skills</strong></span></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>Analytical Thinking:</strong> Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><br><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>Customer Support Operations:</strong> Knowledge of customer support techniques, tools, technologies, and best practices; ability to utilize all aspects of customer support operations to manage a call center.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><br><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>Customer Support Systems:</strong> Knowledge of principles and techniques used in customer support and ability to use applications, hardware, software, networking, and the applications environment used for customer support.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><br><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>Managing Multiple Priorities:</strong> Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><br><span style="color:#000000;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>Problem Solving:</strong> Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:white;">#LI-Remote</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>About Equitable</strong><span style="mso-bidi-font-size:11.0pt;"><strong> </strong></span></span><br><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;">At Equitable, we’re a team committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;">We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently – where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities. </span></span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;"> </span></span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;">We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork. </span></span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;"> </span></span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;">We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.  Click </span></span><a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://equitable.com/careers-at-equitable&data=05|02|Kathleen.Gutierrez@equitable.com|494f00e80c794ba8bd3708de51f27594|0ed45188c60545118b803a5831be1abc|0|0|639038298990637645|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&sdata=+Ess4Br6w/j5ydEtqhj0rgkZL/+V6ZLB+dX5T6F2pmk=&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;"><strong>Careers at Equitable</strong></span></span></a><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><span style="mso-bidi-language:EN-US;"> to learn more. </span></span><br><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">**********</span><br><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws. </span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"> </span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program. </span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"> </span><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us at </span><a href="mailto:TalentAcquisition@equitable.com" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;"><strong>TalentAcquisition@equitable.com</strong></span></a><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;">. </span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"> </p>

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