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For restaurant workers specifically, there aren't special unemployment programs but you might want to look into workforce development programs through the city. Some offer training for other industries while you're collecting benefits. Just make sure any training programs you enter are approved so they don't interfere with your weekly claim certifications.
@Aisha Mahmood This is really helpful info! Do you know where to find these workforce development programs? I m'also coming from the restaurant industry and could use some guidance on transitioning to something more stable while I m'on benefits.
@Alexis Renard You can check out NYC s'workforce1 career centers - they have locations in all five boroughs and offer free training programs. Also look into CUNY s'continuing education programs, some are specifically designed for career changers. The Restaurant Opportunities Centers United ROC (United also) has programs for restaurant workers transitioning to other fields. Just make sure whatever program you choose is approved by the Department of Labor so it doesn t'mess with your unemployment eligibility.
Just want to add that you should also check if you qualify for any city-specific assistance programs while you're on unemployment. NYC has programs like SNAP (food assistance) and emergency rental assistance that can help stretch your benefits further. The Human Resources Administration (HRA) website has info on what you might be eligible for. Also, keep all your documentation organized - unemployment requires a lot of paperwork and you don't want to miss payments because of missing forms. Good luck with your job search!
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just file and see what happens tbh. worst they can do is say no right? i worked part time when i was on unemployment and it was fine
While that might work out, it's better to understand the rules upfront so you don't accidentally make mistakes on your weekly claims that could cause issues later.
I work for NYS Department of Labor and can confirm that you can definitely file for unemployment benefits while working part-time! The key things to remember: 1) Report ALL earnings on your weekly certification - even if it's just $1, 2) You can earn up to 25% of your weekly benefit rate without any reduction to your UI benefits, 3) After that threshold, benefits are reduced but not eliminated, and 4) You must still be available for full-time work and actively job searching. With your part-time income of $180/week, you'll likely still receive a significant portion of your unemployment benefits. Don't let the part-time job stop you from filing - many people are in similar situations and the system is designed to help workers transitioning between jobs.
@Sophia Russo This is exactly the kind of official guidance I was hoping to find! I m'in a very similar situation to the original poster - just lost my main job but still have weekend work. Your breakdown of the 25% threshold rule is really helpful. One thing I m'curious about - does the NYS Department of Labor have any specific guidelines about what counts as actively "job searching when" you already have some part-time work? Like do I need to apply to a certain number of jobs per week, or is there flexibility since I m'already partially employed?
@Sophia Russo This is incredibly helpful! I ve'been stressing about this for days since getting laid off. Quick question - when I file my weekly certification online, is there a specific section where I report the part-time earnings, or do I need to call it in? I want to make sure I m'doing everything correctly from the start so there are no issues down the road. Also, does it matter that my part-time job is in retail while my main job was in an office setting - like do they consider industry when calculating benefits?
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Just wanted to update everyone - I followed the advice here and successfully closed my NY unemployment claim! The "Request to Close Claim" option was exactly where you all said it would be. They sent me a confirmation email that my claim has been properly closed. Such a relief to have this taken care of properly. Thanks for all the help!
Great to hear you got it sorted out! Always best to handle these things properly to avoid complications down the road.
So glad it worked out for you! Moving is stressful enough without worrying about unemployment issues too.
Congrats on getting it resolved! This thread is going to be so helpful for other people dealing with the same situation. I'm actually bookmarking it because I have a friend who might be moving from NY to California soon and will probably need this exact information. It's crazy how complicated something that should be simple can be, but at least now there's a clear step-by-step process laid out here. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!
Yes, definitely bookmark this! I went through a similar situation last year when I moved from NY to Florida and wish I had found a thread like this back then. The step-by-step instructions from @Dominic Green really break down what can be a confusing process. Your friend will probably run into the same issues - NY s'unemployment system isn t'very intuitive about interstate moves. Make sure they don t'just stop certifying like some people suggested here, because as we saw from @Mia Roberts experience, that' can lead to serious problems later on.
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How much does something like that cost? I'm already tight on money.
Just remember you still need to be able and available for work while collecting benefits. If you're still providing full-time care, that could be an issue with your weekly claims.
Oh no, I didn't think about that part. My mom still needs care but maybe not as much as before. How do they check on that?
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Just want to add that you also need to make sure you're still meeting the job search requirements even while doing freelance work. NYS Department of Labor requires proof that you're actively looking for full-time employment. Keep track of your job applications and interviews in case they audit your claim.
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I'm in a similar situation - working part-time retail while collecting benefits. One thing I learned is that you need to report your work hours AND earnings for each day you work, not just the weekly total. The NYS Department of Labor website has a specific section about partial benefits that breaks down the calculation pretty clearly. Also make sure you're marking yourself as available for work on the days you're not working your part-time gig. The system can be really picky about how you report things, so being detailed is key.
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•This is really helpful - I didn't know about reporting daily hours vs weekly totals! I've just been putting in my weekly earnings when I certify. Should I go back and correct my previous certifications or just make sure I do it right going forward? Also, when you say "marking yourself as available for work" - is that a separate question on the certification or part of the work reporting section?
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