Will EDD disqualify me if I quit a new job after 3 days due to job being beyond my skills?

You need to be careful here. EDD can potentially disqualify you for quitting without 'good cause.' However, if the job duties are significantly different from what was described during hiring, that could qualify as good cause. Make sure you document EVERYTHING - save the job listing, any emails about job duties, and write down specific examples of tasks that were beyond your skills. When you certify, accurately report the days/hours worked, and when asked why you're no longer working there, select 'quit' and be prepared to explain. They'll likely schedule an eligibility interview to determine if you had good cause. Don't panic though - you can definitely present your case that the job misrepresented the required skills/duties.

i quit a job after 2 days last yr and EDD still paid me. just tell them the job wasnt as described and ur mental health was suffering. they usualy understand if the job isnt a good fit

The key issue here is whether EDD will determine you had "good cause" to quit. Based on my experience helping clients with similar situations, here are some legitimate reasons EDD typically accepts: 1. Job duties substantially different from what was advertised/promised 2. Work environment that is hostile or abusive 3. Work conditions that affect your health (including mental health with documentation) 4. Unsafe working conditions When you certify, you must report the hours worked accurately. When asked why you're no longer working there, you'll select "quit" and then be prompted to provide an explanation. Be specific about how the job misrepresented the required skills and how it's affecting your health. They'll schedule an eligibility interview where you'll explain in detail. Documentation is critical - if you have texts/emails showing the stress, any medical documentation about anxiety, or anything in writing about the job duties, save it all. EDD will make a determination based on your interview and any evidence you provide.

I went through EXACTLY this last year. I took a job that was advertised as basic customer service but when I got there they wanted me doing complex financial reconciliations I had no training for. I quit after a week and had the same fears about my benefits. Here's what happened: I certified honestly, reported my work hours, and selected that I quit. My payments went to pending, and they scheduled an eligibility interview about 3 weeks later. The interviewer asked detailed questions about the job duties vs. what was described in the interview. I explained calmly that the position required skills I didn't have and wasn't trained for. They ruled in my favor and all my pending payments were released. The most frustrating part was trying to reach EDD while waiting for the interview to check on my claim status. I discovered a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an EDD rep in about 20 minutes instead of spending days redialing. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km. It really helped ease my mind to talk to someone directly while waiting for the interview.

THE EDD SYSTEM IS RIGGED TO DISQUALIFY PEOPLE!!!! I had almost the SAME situation and they denied me because I "should have tried harder to resolve the situation with the employer" before quitting. They make up any excuse not to pay! It's all about WHO you get for your interview and if they're having a good day or not. The whole system is designed to frustrate people into giving up!!!!

im confused about something in your post. you said they held your second week? did you get a disqualification notice or something for that week? might wanna fix that issue first before adding this new complication. sometimes weeks get held for random verification stuff that has nothing to do with work stuff.

One additional point that hasn't been mentioned: If you decide to quit, try having a conversation with your supervisor first about the skill mismatch. Say something like: "I'm finding that this role requires technical skills beyond my experience level that weren't discussed during the hiring process. Is there additional training available or perhaps a more suitable role?" EDD may ask if you tried to resolve the situation before quitting. Having this conversation (even if it doesn't change anything) strengthens your case that you had good cause to quit. Document when you had this conversation and what was said.

btw did u ever find out why they held that week? sometimes edd just randomly holds payments for id verification or quarterly income review. happened to me 2x last yr

After reading through all the comments, I think you should take these steps in order: 1. First, try to resolve the held week issue - call EDD or check for notices in your UI Online inbox 2. Have a documented conversation with your supervisor about the skill mismatch 3. If nothing changes, quit with a formal notice that references the skill mismatch 4. Report your work accurately when certifying 5. Prepare all your documentation for the eligibility interview 6. See your doctor to document the anxiety this is causing This strategic approach gives you the strongest case for continuing benefits. Remember that while quitting is always scrutinized by EDD, they do understand legitimate mismatches between job requirements and employee skills, especially when it affects your wellbeing.

I've been through a similar situation and want to add something important that others haven't mentioned: when you have that conversation with your supervisor about the skill mismatch, try to get their response in writing afterward. Send a follow-up email summarizing what was discussed - something like "Per our conversation today, I wanted to confirm that the position requires [specific technical skills] that weren't outlined during the interview process, and that no additional training will be provided." This creates a paper trail that EDD can review during your eligibility interview. Also, regarding your held week - check your UI Online inbox for any notices. Sometimes they send requests for additional information that are easy to miss, and responding quickly can get those payments released faster.

I went through something very similar about 8 months ago. I started a "data entry" job that turned out to require advanced Excel macros and SQL queries - skills nowhere in the original job posting. After 4 days of being completely overwhelmed, I had the conversation with my manager about the skill mismatch. She basically said "figure it out or find another job." I documented that conversation and quit the next day. When I certified, I reported my hours worked honestly and selected "quit" as the reason. My payments went to pending immediately, and I got scheduled for an eligibility interview about 3 weeks later. The EDD representative was actually pretty understanding when I explained that the job required technical skills I don't have and that weren't mentioned in the hiring process. I provided the original job posting and my notes from the conversation with my manager. They ruled that I had good cause to quit due to substantial differences between the advertised position and actual job duties. All my pending payments were released, and I continued receiving benefits while job searching. The key was being completely honest about everything and having documentation. Your situation sounds like it has even stronger documentation potential with the anxiety/health impact. Just make sure to have that conversation with your supervisor first - EDD definitely asks if you tried to resolve the situation before quitting.

I understand you're in a really stressful situation, and it's clear you're trying to handle this responsibly. Based on what you've described, you may have a strong case for "good cause" to quit if the job duties are substantially different from what was presented during hiring. Here's what I'd suggest: First, definitely resolve that held week issue - call EDD first thing tomorrow to understand why it's pending. Sometimes it's just a routine verification that's easily resolved. Second, document everything about the skill mismatch. If you can find the original job posting online, screenshot it. Write down specific examples of tasks they're expecting you to do that weren't mentioned in the interview. Most importantly, have that conversation with your supervisor about the mismatch between your skills and their expectations. Ask if training is available or if there's a better role fit. Even if they say no, this shows EDD you tried to resolve the situation before quitting. Send a follow-up email afterward summarizing what was discussed to create a paper trail. When you do certify, be completely honest about your work hours and reason for leaving. Yes, your payments will likely go to pending during the eligibility review, but if you have good documentation and legitimate reasons, EDD does approve these cases. The anxiety and health impact you're experiencing can also support your case, especially with doctor's documentation. You've got 25+ years of work history and have rarely needed unemployment - that works in your favor. Stay calm, document everything, and follow the proper steps. You've got this!