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Final plug for anyone still struggling to get through to Washington ESD about work search questions - Claimyr really does work for connecting with agents when the regular lines are jammed. Saved me hours of frustration trying to get clarification on my specific situation.
I might actually try this. Been trying to call Washington ESD for three days about my work search requirements and can't get through.
Thanks for mentioning it throughout the thread. Sometimes you need to talk to a real person instead of guessing from websites.
Remember everyone - even if you think you know the work search requirements, they can change or you might have special circumstances. When in doubt, confirm with Washington ESD directly rather than assuming. Your benefits are too important to risk on guesswork.
Absolutely. This thread gave me a great starting point but I'll definitely verify my specific requirements with Washington ESD.
Smart approach. Everyone's situation is a little different and the last thing you want is to lose benefits over a misunderstanding.
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If you do end up needing to contact ESD about any of this, definitely check out that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. I tried it last month when I couldn't get through their regular phone lines and it saved me hours of frustration. Worth checking out their demo video to see how it works.
Thanks, I'll definitely look into that if I need to talk to someone at ESD.
Claimyr helped me too when I was dealing with an adjudication issue. Sometimes you just need to actually talk to a real person at ESD and that's nearly impossible without help.
Bottom line - 8 months of work should be enough to meet the earnings requirements if you were working full time at $18/hour. But quitting is risky unless you can clearly prove good cause. Document everything and maybe consult with an employment attorney before making your decision.
This has been incredibly helpful. I think I need to start documenting the safety issues more carefully before I make any decisions.
That's a smart approach. Having solid documentation will help whether you end up quitting, filing for benefits, or pursuing other legal options.
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I'm a freelancer and most of my income doesn't qualify for regular unemployment benefits. Does Washington state have anything for self-employed people?
Self-employed individuals generally don't qualify for regular unemployment benefits because they don't pay into the system. However, if you also worked for covered employers during your base period, those wages could qualify you for benefits.
There was that pandemic unemployment assistance program for freelancers but I think that ended. Not sure if Washington has anything permanent for self-employed people.
The bottom line is that higher-paying jobs in any industry will result in higher unemployment benefits. Whether that's tech, finance, healthcare, skilled trades, or management positions - the salary is what matters, not the specific field.
Thanks everyone for all the detailed responses! This has been really helpful in understanding how the system works. I guess I need to focus on finding a higher-paying job for future security.
Good luck with your job search! And remember that even if your current benefits seem low, Washington also offers job training programs and other support services through WorkSource that might help you qualify for better positions.
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Bottom line: all pandemic unemployment programs ended September 4, 2021 in Washington. After that date, only regular state UI continued for people who qualified. If you have questions about your specific situation from that time period, you'll probably need to talk to Washington ESD directly since the online records can be confusing.
Perfect summary, thank you! Now I just need to figure out how to actually get someone on the phone at Washington ESD to review my 2021 claims.
Like I mentioned earlier, Claimyr.com made that process so much easier for me. They handle the calling and waiting, you just talk to the agent when they get you connected.
thanks everyone for the info. i was definitely confused about the timeline but this thread cleared it up. september 4 2021 was the end of the extra pandemic benefits, got it.
Glad we could help! It was a confusing time for everyone.
Same here. Really appreciate all the detailed responses. Now I know what questions to ask when I finally get through to Washington ESD.
Amara Nnamani
The bottom line is that Washington State's unemployment extension options are extremely limited right now. Focus your energy on job searching and connecting with WorkSource rather than hoping for an extension that probably won't come. It's harsh but it's the reality.
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Diego Vargas
•You're right. I need to accept this and focus on finding work. Thanks everyone for the honest answers.
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Giovanni Mancini
•Good luck with your job search. The market is tough but people are still finding jobs out there.
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NebulaNinja
Just wanted to add that if you do exhaust your unemployment benefits, you might be eligible for other assistance programs like SNAP or temporary assistance for needy families. It's not unemployment but it can help with basic needs while you continue job searching.
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Diego Vargas
•That's good to know. I'll research what's available in case I need those resources.
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NebulaNinja
•The DSHS website has information about all the different assistance programs available in Washington.
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