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Make sure you keep track of your job search activities too. Even though you're working part-time, you still need to log three job contacts per week for Washington ESD. I use a simple spreadsheet to track company names, positions applied for, and dates.
Is there a specific format Washington ESD wants for the job search log?
They don't specify a format, but you need to be able to provide details if they audit your search activities. Date, employer, position, and method of contact is usually sufficient.
One more tip - if you end up in adjudication and can't get through on the phone, try the secure messaging system on your Washington ESD account. Response times vary but sometimes it's faster than waiting on hold for hours. Though honestly, after my experience trying to reach them for weeks, I finally used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier and got connected in like 20 minutes.
I've never heard of Claimyr before this thread. Is it legit?
Yeah, it's a real service. They basically handle the calling and waiting for you, then connect you when an agent picks up. Way better than spending your whole day redialing Washington ESD.
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For anyone still confused, here's the simple version: Washington unemployment benefits last up to 26 weeks (about 6 months) per benefit year. Your specific number of weeks and benefit year dates are on your monetary determination letter. If you exhaust benefits and still need help, you have to wait until your benefit year ends to potentially qualify for a new claim.
Yes this helps a lot! I was overthinking it but 26 weeks is straightforward enough.
Don't forget you also have to meet job search requirements and file weekly claims to keep getting benefits during those 26 weeks!
One more thing - if you're worried about running out of benefits, start planning early. Don't wait until week 25 to think about what happens next. Look into job training, other assistance programs, whatever you need to bridge the gap.
WorkSource Washington has planning resources for this exact situation. They can help you figure out next steps before your benefits run out.
I'll definitely keep this in mind. Better to plan ahead than scramble at the end.
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Bottom line - talk to someone at Washington ESD directly to get official guidance for your specific situation. Don't rely on what worked for other people because everyone's circumstances are different.
That's exactly why I used Claimyr - needed to talk to an actual Washington ESD agent who could give me definitive answers about my situation.
Smart approach. Better to get it right the first time than have to deal with overpayments or other issues later.
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Just remember that even if you qualify for benefits, you still have to meet the ongoing requirements like job searching and filing weekly claims. The work requirement is just the first hurdle.
Yeah I've heard the job search requirements are pretty strict now.
They are, but as long as you're actually looking for work and keeping good records it's manageable.
Oliver Wagner
Make sure you file your initial claim as soon as possible! The benefit amount is based on when you file, not when you actually lost your job. Every week you wait is money you're losing.
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Liam O'Connor
•I already filed last week, just waiting to hear back about the amount. Good advice though!
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Natasha Kuznetsova
Bottom line - with your income level you're probably looking at somewhere between $450-550 per week depending on exactly how your quarters worked out. That's pretty typical for someone making around $50k annually.
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Liam O'Connor
•Perfect, that's exactly the range I was hoping for. Thanks everyone for all the helpful info!
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Amara Adeyemi
•You're welcome! Hope your claim gets processed quickly and you find new work soon.
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