Can I get PA UC for my full-time job ending while still working part-time?

You can absolutely apply for partial unemployment! Working part-time doesn't automatically disqualify you. PA has what's called "partial benefit credit" where you can earn up to 30% of your weekly benefit rate without reducing your UC payment. Anything you earn above that 30% gets deducted from your weekly benefit. So if your full-time job was your primary income, you should definitely apply. Just make sure to accurately report your part-time earnings each week when you file your weekly claims. The system will calculate if you're eligible for a partial payment.

yes apply but careful they will ask abt the new job u already have lined up. if u already accepted the new job offer they might deny u since ur technically not "able and available" for new work which is a requirement. happened to me last yr

Sorry, but previous comment isn't completely accurate. Having a job lined up doesn't automatically disqualify you! The "able and available" requirement applies to the weeks you're claiming benefits. You ARE available until your new job starts. This is considered a temporary layoff situation. Just be honest when filing - you'll need to report that you have a job starting on 2/17, but you're still eligible for the weeks before that date. The PA system actually has options for this exact situation when filing. Apply ASAP though, because there's usually a waiting week.

Just adding my 2 cents i was in the EXACT same situation in december. was laid off for 3 weeks but had another job lined up. i got approved but only got 2 payments cause of the waiting week. dont forget you have to do the work search activities even for that short time!! i almost got disqualified cause i didnt realize that

I work with UC claims regularly, and you absolutely should apply. Here's what you need to know: 1. You likely qualify for partial benefits due to the significant reduction in hours/wages from losing your full-time position 2. Having a job lined up DOES NOT disqualify you - it's common for people to have start dates set 3. You must complete the weekly work search requirements (applying to 2 jobs and completing 1 work search activity per week) 4. Be 100% honest about your part-time earnings when filing weekly claims 5. Your weekly benefit rate will be based on your full-time+part-time wages during your base year 6. There is a waiting week (first eligible week you won't receive payment) Apply online immediately - your claim will be dated from when you apply, not your last day worked.

For your work search requirements, you need to apply to positions you're qualified for, regardless of duration. However, you can focus on temp positions or quick-start jobs if you prefer. The system just wants to see that you're making good faith efforts. And yes, you must complete these requirements even though you have a job lined up. Also, be prepared for possible delays if your claim gets an "open issue" status. Getting through to an agent by phone can be nearly impossible with the call volume they handle.

Thanks everyone for all the info! I just submitted my application and answered everything honestly - including my part-time work and future start date. I'll make sure to do the work search requirements each week. Keeping my fingers crossed that I'll get at least a couple payments to help cover my mortgage during this gap. I'll update here if I run into any issues or if it all works out!

I went thru something similar last year and PA UC denied my claim saying I had "LIMITED AVAILABILITY" because I already had a job lined up with a specific start date!!!!! I appealed and STILL lost. They said I wasn't truly available for suitable work since I was just waiting for my new job to start. It might depend on who reviews your claim or something. I'd still apply but don't count on getting approved. The system is RIDICULOUS and inconsistent!!!!!!

make sure u report ur parttime work EXACTLY right or theyll hit u with an overpayment later!!! happened to my cousin and they made her pay back like $1200

You report the earnings for the week you WORKED, not when you get paid. So if you worked Monday-Sunday but don't get paid until the following Friday, you still report those earnings for the week you actually performed the work. The biweekly pay schedule doesn't matter for UC reporting purposes. They'll ask you for the hours worked and gross earnings (before any deductions) for each specific claim week. Keep detailed records of your hours and earnings to avoid any issues later.

Just wanted to add - if you're worried about the work search requirements being a hassle for such a short period, you can often count activities like updating your resume, taking online courses related to your field, or attending virtual job fairs. These all qualify as "work search activities" beyond just applying to jobs. Since you're only looking at maybe 3-4 weeks of claims, it's totally manageable. Good luck with your application!

Just went through this exact situation myself! Applied for UC while working part-time and having a future job lined up. Got approved within about 10 days and received benefits for the 3 weeks I was between jobs. The key is being completely honest on your application - I disclosed everything including my part-time hours and future start date. They actually have a specific question about whether you have work lined up, so they're used to dealing with this scenario. My weekly benefit was around $195 and I was earning about $120/week part-time, so I got a partial payment of roughly $85/week which was still super helpful for covering basics. Don't let the conflicting info here discourage you - every situation is different and yours sounds totally legitimate!