I'm so sorry you're dealing with this - the same exact thing happened to me about 6 months ago! The RESEA scheduling system is absolutely terrible. I kept getting that "no appointments available" message for almost a week, then when I finally got one scheduled, they flagged my account anyway. What worked for me was calling the CareerLink office directly (not the UC number) and asking them to document in their system that I had attempted to schedule multiple times before appointments became available. The CareerLink staff member I spoke with said this happens ALL the time and they're used to helping people with this specific issue. She was able to send a note to UC on my behalf explaining the technical difficulties. It still took about 10 days to get resolved, but I did get all my back pay once they cleared the flag. Definitely keep filing your weekly claims like others have said - that's super important! And if you can get to a CareerLink office in person like some others suggested, that seems to work even better than phone calls. This whole system is such a mess. Hang in there!

This exact same thing happened to me last month! The RESEA scheduling system is completely broken - I spent 3 days getting that "no appointments available" error before any slots showed up. Then when I finally got scheduled, boom, they put a hold on my benefits anyway. I ended up calling my local CareerLink office (not the UC number) and explaining the situation. The staff there said they see this all the time and were able to contact UC directly to explain that their own system was having technical issues. It took about a week to get resolved, but I got all my back payments. The most frustrating part is that this is clearly a known issue with their website, but they still automatically flag accounts instead of fixing the underlying problem. Keep filing your weekly claims no matter what - you'll get those payments once they clear the flag. And definitely try the CareerLink office approach if calling UC directly doesn't work!

Glad you got it sorted out! The address mismatch thing is so frustrating - they really should make that clearer in the system instead of just leaving people hanging with "pending" status. For anyone else reading this who might be stuck, it's worth double-checking that ALL your info matches exactly what your employer has on file - address, name spelling, SSN, etc. Even small discrepancies can trigger a manual review. Hope you get your determination soon and can finally get some relief!

So glad you got it resolved! The address mismatch issue is super common but they never make it clear that's what's causing the delay. I had a similar situation where I had to call multiple times before someone finally told me what the actual problem was. It's really frustrating that the system just shows "pending" without any hint about what they're waiting for. Hopefully this helps other people who might be dealing with the same issue - definitely worth calling if you've moved recently or if there's any chance your employer might have outdated info on file. Good luck with getting your determination!

I'm going through something very similar right now as a new per diem medical assistant! Just finished my certification and got hired at a clinic, but my hours are all over the place during this probationary period - some weeks I get 25 hours, others just 12. The whole UC filing situation has me so stressed because I feel like I'm damned if I do, damned if I don't. What's been helpful for me is treating the job search requirement as a way to build a network of backup opportunities rather than looking for jobs to replace my current one. I've been applying to other per diem positions at different medical offices that could work around my current schedule, and also looking into weekend-only opportunities at urgent care centers. This way I'm technically meeting the work search requirements while actually trying to supplement my current income rather than replace my job. One thing I learned from calling the UC office (finally got through after using that Claimyr service someone mentioned) is that they really do expect you to keep filing as long as you're not consistently full-time, even if you love your current job. The rep told me that per diem workers are considered "underemployed" rather than "unemployed" which is why we still qualify for partial benefits but have to keep looking for additional work. It's frustrating that the system doesn't account for people who are happy with flexible work arrangements, but at least now I understand the rules better. Hang in there - sounds like we're all figuring this out together!

I'm a new per diem physical therapy assistant and this thread has been SO helpful! I've been struggling with the same confusion about UC requirements while working variable hours. What really resonates with me is how the system seems designed for traditional employment and doesn't account for healthcare workers who genuinely want flexible schedules. One thing I've discovered that might help others is that many hospitals and rehab facilities are always looking for weekend coverage or holiday shifts. I've been applying to these types of positions as part of my work search requirements, and it actually makes sense for my career goals too - more facilities means more experience and better networking opportunities in the field. I also wanted to mention that I've found success using indeed.com's "weekends only" filter when searching for supplemental positions. This way I'm meeting the job search requirements while genuinely looking for work that complements rather than competes with my current per diem role. The documentation advice from everyone here is spot on - I started keeping screenshots and a simple Google doc tracking all my activities after reading these responses. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing I have everything organized if questions ever come up. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences! It's reassuring to know we're not alone in navigating this confusing system.

btw if u worked at a school have u tried applying at daycares or afterschool programs?? they always need people with experience working w/ kids and it might be easier to get in there vs regular office jobs esp if u have special needs experience

I'm new to this community but wanted to share something that might help while you're job searching. Since you have experience with special needs students, you might want to look into home health aide or personal care assistant positions. Many families need support workers for children or adults with disabilities, and your school district experience would be valuable. Companies like Comfort Keepers, Home Instead, and Visiting Angels are often hiring. The pay is usually decent and some offer flexible scheduling. Also, don't forget to check with your local Area Agency on Aging - they sometimes have listings for disability support services. Hope this helps and good luck with your job search!

anyone else notice the money network app is down like half the time when ur actually trying to check ur balance??? so frustrating!!!!

Update us when you get your payment! I'm curious if weekend processing times have improved since I was on UC last year.