What happens at NY unemployment mandatory RESEA appointment? Got my first one tomorrow

I had mine last month! It's not as scary as it sounds. They basically just want to make sure you're actively looking for work and following the requirements. Have your work search records ready (at least 3 per week) and an updated resume. They'll ask about your job search strategy, what kinds of positions you're looking for, and any barriers to employment you might have. They might suggest some resources or workshops, but they're not going to force you into a job you don't want. The appointment only took about 60 minutes for me.

just had mine yesterday. mostly a waste of time tbh. they just check boxes and read from scripts. make sure u have ur work search ready or theyll give u a hard time

RESEA is just another hoop they make you jump through!! I had my appointment in January and the career counselor spent half the time lecturing me about how I needed to "broaden my horizons" and consider jobs outside my field. Like I haven't been trying?!? They made me sign up for 2 workshops I didn't need and had to waste MORE time attending. Just nod and agree with whatever they say so you don't risk your benefits!!!

The RESEA program is designed to help claimants return to work more quickly. According to NY DOL statistics, those who participate in RESEA typically find employment 2-3 weeks faster than those who don't. During your appointment, you should have ready: 1. Your work search record with detailed information (dates, company names, position titles, application methods, contact information, and follow-up actions) 2. Current resume 3. List of questions regarding your job search 4. Any job offers you've received or interviews scheduled They'll verify your continued eligibility and help identify potential barriers to employment. Most appointments last 45-75 minutes. Be honest about your job search efforts - misrepresentation can result in benefit disqualification.

My RESEA appointment was actually last week but I missed the call because it came from some random number I didn't recognize. Turns out they do call from that 888 number they mentioned but my phone showed it as "Potential Spam" lol. Had to reschedule and was worried they'd cut off my benefits but they were understanding. Just make sure you're ready to answer when they call!

I had the worst time trying to connect with them for my RESEA! They kept calling exactly at the scheduled time but the call would drop immediately. After trying to reach someone at NYSDOL for THREE DAYS with no luck, I found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an actual person in 15 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE. Got my RESEA rescheduled and everything worked out. The actual appointment was pretty straightforward - resume review, work search verification, and some job suggestions. Just be prepared in case you have technical difficulties!

I've been through two RESEA appointments since starting my claim in January. Here's what happened in mine: - First call was about 50 minutes, second was shorter (about 30 min) - They verified my ID by asking personal questions - Reviewed my work search records in detail (they picked random weeks to check) - Asked about my previous employment and skills - Helped revise my resume (actually got some good tips) - Assigned me to a virtual workshop on interview skills - Gave me links to industry-specific job boards They're mostly checking that you're actively searching and meeting requirements. Be honest, have your records organized, and you'll be fine. The career counselors genuinely want to help - they're not trying to catch you doing something wrong.

anybody know if u can reschedule these things? got mine next week but just got an interview scheduled for same time

UPDATE: Just had my RESEA appointment and wanted to share how it went! It lasted about 55 minutes. The career counselor was actually really nice and helpful. She: - Verified my identity (asked for last 4 of SSN and DOB) - Reviewed my work search activities (seemed pleased with my documentation) - Asked about my skills and previous experience - Gave me feedback on my resume (suggested I quantify my achievements more) - Recommended two job boards specific to my industry - Assigned me to a LinkedIn optimization workshop next week Overall, it was much less stressful than I expected! She wasn't pushy about taking any job - she actually encouraged me to focus on positions that match my skills. Thanks everyone for your advice and helping me prepare!