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Just wanted to mention - make sure you keep doing your weekly claims even while waiting for the first payment! Some people think they only need to file after getting paid, but you need to keep certifying every week without interruption.
Yes, I've been filing every Sunday like clockwork! One question though - do I need to list the exact same job search activities in the same order each week? Or is it okay to switch them up as long as I'm doing the required three activities?
You should definitely switch them up! They want to see different job search activities each week. Mix in applying for jobs, updating your resume, attending WorkSource workshops, having informational interviews, etc. Using the exact same activities looks suspicious like you're not actually job searching.
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Since you mentioned you're in tech, have you checked out WorkSource's IT/tech retraining programs? Some of them qualify for Training Benefits and they can sometimes help place you in jobs after completion. They also have workshops specifically for tech workers transitioning to adjacent fields. It's worth connecting with a WorkSource specialist - they have more detailed information about potential benefit extensions and training programs than what's publicly available on the ESD website.
This is really helpful, thank you! I've avoided WorkSource because I assumed it was only for entry-level positions, but I'll definitely check out their tech retraining programs. Might be time to pivot a bit in my career if it means I can get some additional benefits while training.
Something to consider: if your benefits will exhaust soon, you might qualify for other assistance programs while you continue your job search. Specifically: 1. SNAP benefits (food assistance) 2. Housing assistance through your county 3. Healthcare coverage through Apple Health 4. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (if you have kids) None of these are UI extensions, but they can help bridge the gap. The DSHS website has all the application info. Don't wait until your UI is completely exhausted to apply - the approval process can take weeks.
And good luck navigating THAT system!! DSHS is even WORSE than ESD if you can believe it. Took me 3 months to get SNAP approved and by then I had already found a new job.
The process has actually improved quite a bit since 2023. Most applications can be completed entirely online now, and processing times are down to about 2-3 weeks for SNAP. Housing assistance still has long waitlists though.
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Am I the only one who thinks its CRAZY that they can just decide someone isnt "good enough" for a job they PROMOTED them to and then fire them?? The whole system is rigged against workers!!! At least document the issues and give people a chance to improve before cutting them loose!!
yea its pretty messed up. washington is an at-will state tho so they can fire for almost any reason as long as its not discrimination
While it may seem unfair, the good news is that Washington's unemployment system generally recognizes this situation as qualifying for benefits. Being unable to perform in a new role is not considered misconduct for unemployment purposes.
Update: We submitted the information to ESD yesterday explaining exactly what happened - that he was promoted to lead, tried his best for 3 months, but wasn't meeting expectations in that specific role, and there weren't other positions available. We emphasized that he had 3 years of good performance before the promotion. Now we're just waiting to hear back. Thanks everyone for your advice! I'll update again when we get a decision.
Sounds like you provided exactly the right information. Make sure he continues to file his weekly claims while waiting for their decision. This prevents any gaps in payment once they make a determination.
Micah Franklin
Just to clarify some confusion in this thread - there are actually two different overpayment collection processes at ESD: 1. Voluntary repayment plans - where you've arranged to make payments on specific dates 2. Benefit offsets - where they automatically take a portion of your benefits If you're on a voluntary plan and miss a payment, they don't automatically switch to offsets. They'll typically send notices first if you've missed multiple payments. Being one day late shouldn't trigger anything in their system. Also, keep in mind that with the holiday, their payment processing is likely delayed anyway. Your payment from today probably won't even register as "late" in their system.
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Isla Fischer
•wait so if im on a payment plan they WONT take money from my benefits? they've been taking 25% every week even tho i set up a plan??
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Anita George
Update: My benefit payment just hit my account this morning! Normal amount, no deductions or delays. Looks like being one day late on the overpayment didn't affect anything. Thanks everyone for your help and reassurance!
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Abigail Spencer
•Awesome! Glad it worked out. Holiday stress is bad enough without worrying about benefit payments too.
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