Can't find RESEA activity on PA CareerLink for required phone interview - help needed
I'm so confused with this PA unemployment stuff! Just got notified that I need to schedule a mandatory phone interview with CareerLink as part of my UC requirements, but the instructions say I have to register through something called a "RESEA activity" and I can't find it anywhere on the website. I've already created an account and I'm logged into CareerLink, but I'm completely lost on where to find this RESEA thing. If I don't schedule this interview, I think they might put a hold on my benefits or something? Can anyone who's gone through this recently tell me where exactly on CareerLink I need to go? Screenshots would be amazing if anyone has them. Thanks in advance!
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Ryder Everingham
The same thing happened to me last month!! Its SO frustrating how they make everything so complicated. I spent like 3 hours looking for that stupid RESEA activity link and almost gave up. Did you try clicking on the "Events" tab at the top? Thats where I finally found it after clicking around forever. If your required to do it, it should show up there as a mandatory activity you need to register for.
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Aisha Jackson
•Thanks for responding! I checked the Events tab but don't see anything about RESEA there... just a bunch of job fairs and workshops. Should it be obvious or is it hidden somewhere in there?
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Lilly Curtis
RESEA stands for Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment. It's not actually in the main CareerLink navigation menu. You need to go to your Dashboard after logging in, then look for "My Calendar" or "Upcoming Events" section. If you've been selected for RESEA, you'll see it listed there as a required activity. Click on it and you'll get the scheduling options. If you don't see it there, it could mean one of two things: either you weren't actually selected for the RESEA program (not everyone is), or there might be a technical issue with your account. Did you receive an official letter or email notification saying you specifically need to complete RESEA?
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Aisha Jackson
•Yes, I did get an official email from PA UC saying I need to do this RESEA thing as part of my ongoing eligibility. I just checked my Dashboard again but I don't see a Calendar or Upcoming Events section anywhere. Is there another way to find it? I'm getting worried because they said I only have 7 days to schedule it.
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Leo Simmons
this happened to my brother too, the RESEA thing isnt showing up for some ppl its a glitch in there system. u might need to call them
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Lindsey Fry
The PA unemployment system is GARBAGE!!! I had the same issue last year and wasted THREE WEEKS trying to get it resolved. The online system never worked right for me either. You're going to end up having to call them because their website is broken like everything else they run. Good luck getting through though - I spent days hearing busy signals before I finally got through to anyone. They'll probably blame you for "not following instructions" even though THEIR system doesn't work properly. Welcome to PA unemployment!
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Saleem Vaziri
•So true! The whole system seems designed to make people give up. I had a similar issue with missing links on my account.
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Kayla Morgan
When I had to do my RESEA activity last month, I had to access it from the email link they sent, not directly through the CareerLink website. Try checking your email again (including spam folder) for a direct link. The email subject line should be something like "Mandatory RESEA Program Selection" or "Action Required: RESEA Registration". If you can't find the email or the link doesn't work, I'd recommend using Claimyr to get through to an agent quickly (claimyr.com). They helped me get connected with PA UC when I had issues with my RESEA registration not showing up properly. They have a video demo of how it works here: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2. It saved me hours of frustration and busy signals. The agent I spoke with was able to manually add the RESEA activity to my profile and get everything fixed.
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Aisha Jackson
•Thank you! I'll check my spam folder again. If it's not there, I might try that Claimyr thing you mentioned. At this point I just need to get this resolved before they cut off my benefits.
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James Maki
Hi there! Let me explain exactly how to find your RESEA activity on PA CareerLink: 1. Log in to your PA CareerLink account 2. On the main dashboard, look for "My Upcoming Appointments" section (it's usually on the right side) 3. If you don't see that section, click on "Services" in the top navigation 4. Then select "Recommended Services" from the dropdown 5. Look for "RESEA Orientation" or "RESEA Assessment" in the list 6. Click on the RESEA service and you'll get scheduling options If you still don't see it, there's another place to check: 1. Click on your profile icon (top right corner) 2. Select "Message Center" 3. Check for messages with RESEA in the subject line Sometimes the RESEA activity won't appear until exactly 7 days after you receive the initial notification. Also, make sure you're using Chrome or Edge browsers - the site often has issues with Safari or Firefox. Hope this helps!
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Aisha Jackson
•Thank you so much for these detailed instructions! I just tried following them and found it under Services > Recommended Services. It was literally the last place I would have looked. I've scheduled my phone interview for next week. Really appreciate everyone's help!
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Leo Simmons
glad u found it! make sure u dont miss that interview they will stop ur benefits if u do
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Jasmine Hancock
I had to do RESEA last year and I remember it was confusing to find. After the interview, make sure you complete all the follow-up activities they assign or you might have issues with your benefits. They made me do a resume review and 2 workshops after my interview. Just a heads-up!
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Aisha Jackson
•Thanks for the heads-up! Did they tell you about the follow-up activities during the phone interview?
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Jasmine Hancock
•Yes, during the phone interview they'll go through all the requirements and assign specific follow-up activities based on your situation. They give you deadlines for each one. Make sure to write everything down!
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Lilly Curtis
Just wanted to add that the RESEA program is actually designed to help with your job search, not just to make you jump through hoops. The mandatory interview includes personalized career counseling and they'll try to match you with opportunities in your field. Many people find it helpful, even though the scheduling part can be frustrating. Make sure to prepare for the interview by updating your resume and having a list of your recent job search activities ready to discuss.
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