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Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Association is now a Chapter of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
We would like to formally announce that the Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Association is now a Chapter of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. Peter Wilderotter, CEO & President of CDRF, has very high regards of the Association and would like us to be a role model for the rest of the chapters in their foundation.
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Claims Representative Positions
Official title: Social Insurance Specialist
The Social Security Administration would like our help with their current recruiting efforts! They are currently recruiting under the Federal Schedule A Hiring Authority (applicants with a disability) and are seeking to complete all necessary interviews within the next 3 to 4 weeks (May 18, 2009 through June 8, 2009).
Position Overview:
As a Claims Representative, you will assist the public in person or by phone to establish entitlement to Social Security benefits. Your contacts will allow you to obtain, clarify and verify data used to analyze claims and make benefit entitlement decisions. Your career as a Claims Representative will allow you to develop skills that provide a solid foundation for future advancements.
Benefits: You will be eligible to participate in a retirement program, thrift savings plan, health benefits for individuals or families, and life insurance. There are 10 paid federal holidays per year.
Work Location: Phoenix Downtown District Office, 250 N. 7th Ave., Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Technical Training: Before beginning the job, Claims Representatives must successfully complete a four month training program. This program provides the necessary technical instruction in SSA programs and prepares new employees to interview, furnish information, and provide assistance to the general public and beneficiaries on matters relating to the various SSA programs and Medicare.
How To Apply: Resumes must be received via mail or fax by 06/01/2009. Please contact Barb Reimers or Billie Armenta at 602-379-4044 (phone), 602-379-4698 (fax).
4th Annual Spinal Cord Injury Retreat
The Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Association is proud to announce the 4th Annual Spinal Cord Injury Retreat.
Please join us from August 13-16, 2009 in the picturesque pines of Whispering Hope Ranch in beautiful Payson, Arizona. The weekend will be filled with informational speakers, peer support, fun activities, and nature interactions.
This four day event is an opportunity for all those with disabilities to take an affordable, accommodating vacation with individuals who share common experiences and challenges.
Activities will include a variety of accessible sports, animal interactions, fishing, and games. Participation is on a first come, first serve basis so sign up early and ensure your spot!
Assist the AZSCIA in providing a fun and relaxing weekend for individuals with spinal cord injuries. The event will require medical professionals to meet the varying needs of our participants as well as volunteers to coordinate events, offer workshops, and assist with various activities. So please come and enjoy a few days in the picturesque pines of Whispering Hope Ranch for the retreat.
For more information about the SCI Retreat, please visit www.azspinal.net.
For additional information, please call Tina Fisk at 480-593-6933 or the Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Association at 602-507-4209.
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