Sudden RESEA virtual appointment with EDD - help needed to prepare

I had one of these RESEA appointments last month. It's not as scary as it sounds! The appointment usually takes about 45 minutes. They'll basically review your eligibility, make sure you're meeting the work search requirements, and offer some reemployment resources. Be prepared to discuss: - Your work search activities (have your work search record ready) - Any job interviews you've had - Any barriers to employment you're experiencing - Your resume (have a current copy available) They'll also probably create an action plan with you that includes things like attending workshops, using CalJOBS resources, etc. Just be honest and show that you're actively looking for work and you'll be fine!

had mine 2 weeks ago it was nbd just have ur work search ready they just wanna see ur actually looking 4 work

These RESEA appointments are standard for randomly selected UI claimants. It's part of EDD's process to ensure program integrity and provide employment assistance. Here's what typically happens: 1. They'll verify your identity, so have your ID ready 2. They'll review your work search activities (minimum 3 per week) - be ready to discuss specific employers, dates, positions, and application methods 3. They'll assess any barriers to employment you're facing 4. They'll provide resources that might help with your job search 5. They'll develop a reemployment plan with you The appointment typically lasts 40-60 minutes. As long as you've been actively searching for work and can document those efforts, you shouldn't have any issues. Just be honest - they're mostly there to help, not to try to disqualify you.

I missed my RESEA appointment back in January because I never saw the notification in my UI Online inbox! They immediately put a hold on my payments and it was a NIGHTMARE getting it resolved. Make sure you attend no matter what! They ended up scheduling me for a phone appointment instead of virtual after I called and explained. The appointment itself wasn't bad - about 30 minutes going over my work search and career goals. But the stress of getting my benefits back on track wasn't worth it.

If you're having trouble connecting with EDD about your RESEA appointment or have questions they're not answering, try Claimyr. I was panicking before my appointment because I had questions about what documents were required, but couldn't get through to anyone at EDD. Claimyr got me connected to an actual EDD rep in about 15 minutes instead of spending days calling. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km that shows how it works. It was seriously worth it to get my questions answered before the appointment. For the RESEA itself, definitely have your work search records organized - they do check them! Also be ready to discuss your skills and what kind of jobs you're targeting.

mine was last year it was like 30 min just talking about jobs i applied to and stuff. lady was actually pretty nice. but make sure ur video camera works they get mad if u cant do video!!! i had to reschedule cuz my laptop camera broke

One more thing to add - RESEA is a federally-required program, so these appointments aren't optional. If you miss it, your benefits will be suspended until you reschedule and complete the assessment. For work search records, ideally you should have: - Name of company - Date of application/contact - Position applied for - Method of contact (online, in-person, etc.) - Result/status of application - Contact information (website/person you spoke with) But don't worry if your records aren't perfect. The main thing they want to see is that you're making genuine efforts to find suitable work. They understand that not everyone keeps immaculate records.

To answer your follow-up question: Yes, they do have the authority to contact employers to verify applications, but in practice, they rarely do this during the initial RESEA unless something seems suspicious. They typically only conduct random verification checks or investigate if there's a specific reason to doubt the information provided. For your records, focus on being as accurate as possible with the information you do have. If you're missing certain details, be upfront about it. It's better to say "I applied through Indeed on approximately June 10th for a customer service position, but I don't have the contact name recorded" than to make up information. The primary purpose of RESEA is to help you return to work, not to find ways to disqualify you. Come prepared to discuss not just your past work search, but also your ongoing strategy for finding suitable employment.

Thank you all SO MUCH for this advice! I'm feeling a lot better about the appointment now. I'm going to spend the weekend organizing my work search records as best I can and making sure my resume is updated. I'll make sure my camera is working too! It sounds like as long as I'm honest and can show I've been legitimately looking for work (which I have been!), it should go smoothly. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to share your experiences!