Webinar | Understanding Reasonable Accommodations

The Federal Disability Retirement process can be exhausting and confusing, but it doesn't have to feel that way. One of the biggest qualification requirements for this type of claim is going through a reasonable accommodation request with your agency but what does that look like? In this webinar, our team will guide you through the entire Reasonable Accommodation process including the reassignment search and what qualifies as a valid accommodation. Watch this video and get tips on how to submit strong documentation that can benefit your claim!
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
4:25 Understanding the Reasonable Accommodation Process
7:15 What Is a Service Deficiency?
12:35 Valid Reassignment
17:50 Should You Resign?
23:15 Understanding Federal Disability Retirement
34:00 Qualifying for Federal Disability Retirement
37:05 Who Is Eligible?
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[@TJ-22]

Very informative video. Thank you. If someone is approved for disability retirement at age 40, and is fortunate enough to find a job in the private industry earning 80% of his federal income, would it be allowed for his private industry income to increase, with raises and promotions, etc? Or can it never exceed 80% of what his federal income was?

[@DisabilityRetirement]

While working in the private sector, you cannot exceed 80% of your previous federal position's CURRENT salary. So if that position receives increases or raises the amount you can earn while working in the private sector will increase. The OPM will perform income reviews to ensure you do not exceed this cap.

[@TJ-22]

@@DisabilityRetirement Thank you

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

If you are a federal law enforcement officer, does the reassignment salary have to match your salary with LEAP or just the basic salary?

[@DisabilityRetirement]

LEAP pay should be considered in a reassignment search if that is included in your current pay level.

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

@@DisabilityRetirement Thank you!

[@rebeccastigler8806]

How many years do you have to work for the federal government before you qualify?

[@DisabilityRetirement]

You must have at least 18 months of creditable service to be eligible for Federal Disability Retirement!

[@SleepPsychologist]

For Federal Employees, can you still apply for disability if you go through EOC or ADR?

[@DisabilityRetirement]

Yes, you can apply but it is important to note that EEOC resolutions/ADRs should be reviewed to ensure they do not directly contradict the disability retirement application.

[@Beingmainone2me]

Can request an reassignment outside my commuting area or another state?

[@DisabilityRetirement]

A valid reassignment must be within your commuting area. If your agency offers you a reassignment that does not fall within all of the OPM's qualifications, you do not have to accept it and your Federal Disability Retirement case will not be affected. If you are looking for a different job that you will be able to fully perform, then you will not qualify for Federal Disability Retirement.