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Good to know it works for follow-up questions too. I might need to use that if I run into any issues with my weekly claims.
Yeah, it's been a lifesaver for getting quick answers without the endless hold times. Especially useful when you're dealing with time-sensitive questions about your claim.
Bottom line: yes you can work part-time and collect unemployment, just be honest about it. Report all your earnings and hours worked on your weekly claim, keep looking for full-time work, and you should be fine. The system is designed to help people transition back to full employment.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about taking this part-time job now. I'll make sure to report everything accurately on my weekly claims.
You've got this! Just remember to keep documenting your job search activities and report all income honestly. Good luck with the new job!
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One more thing - make sure you start your job search right away and keep a log. Even if your claim is still pending, you need to meet the work search requirements to get benefits once you're approved.
It's 3 job contacts per week in Washington. You can do applications, networking, job fairs, etc. Just keep good records of everything.
And register with WorkSourceWA - that's required too. They have job search resources that can help.
Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have a solid case for getting approved. The key is showing you weren't being deliberately defiant or irresponsible, just dealing with a genuine transportation issue.
Thank you everyone for all the advice and encouragement. I'm going to file my claim today and feel much more prepared for the process now.
You've got this! Come back and let us know how it goes.
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I'm curious about the timing. If I file a new claim now, when would it actually start? From this week or from when it gets approved?
Your benefit year starts the Sunday of the week you file your claim. But you won't get paid until your claim is approved and you've filed your weekly claims for those weeks.
So I should file as soon as possible to avoid missing any potential weeks. Got it!
This has been really informative! I had no idea you could file multiple claims. I thought once your benefits ran out, that was it.
A lot of people don't realize that. As long as you've worked and earned enough wages since your last claim, you can establish a new benefit year.
Same here! I only found out by accident when I called to ask about something else.
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The whole process seemed overwhelming at first but once I got through the initial filing it became pretty routine. You'll be fine, just take it one step at a time.
Thanks for the encouragement! I'm feeling more confident about filing now after reading everyone's responses.
Definitely use that Claimyr service if you need to talk to someone at ESD. I tried calling the regular way for two weeks before someone told me about it. Wish I'd known about it sooner!
I'm going to bookmark that for when I need to follow up on my claim status. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you should qualify based on what you've described.
Rhett Bowman
Just remember that Washington ESD benefits are temporary - maximum of 26 weeks in most cases. Use that time wisely to find something good rather than just settling for anything. The job market is tough but you have options.
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Ali Anderson
•26 weeks seems like a lot but I know it'll go by fast. I need to get serious about job searching.
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Rhett Bowman
•It does go by fast, especially if you're being picky about finding the right fit. But being strategic about your job search is usually worth it in the long run.
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Abigail Patel
Bottom line - youth unemployment is high because of systemic issues, not because young people don't want to work. Washington ESD benefits help level the playing field by giving you time to find decent work instead of taking the first minimum wage job you can find. Use that time wisely.
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Ali Anderson
•This whole thread has been really helpful. I feel like I understand the situation better now and have a plan for moving forward.
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Abigail Patel
•Good luck! And don't hesitate to reach out if you run into issues with Washington ESD or need advice on job searching. The community here is pretty supportive.
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