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Just to add my experience - I worked part-time for about 6 months while collecting partial unemployment. As long as you're honest about reporting and keep looking for full-time work, it's actually a pretty good system. Helps bridge the gap financially.
That's encouraging to hear! I'm hoping this part-time job leads to something full-time eventually.
Same here, been doing part-time work for 4 months now and it's definitely helped with the bills while I keep job hunting.
Bottom line: report all your earnings honestly, understand that you'll get dollar-for-dollar deductions after the first $5, and you can earn up to 1.5x your weekly benefit amount before losing benefits entirely. The system actually works pretty well once you understand it.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much more confident about managing this now.
This thread was super helpful. I'm starting a part-time gig next week and was worried about the same thing.
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It's actually pretty cool to think about how the unemployment system evolved from basically nothing in 1933 to what we have now with Washington ESD's online weekly claims and job search tracking.
Right? It's amazing how far the system has come. Though from reading this forum, it sounds like there are still plenty of challenges with the current system.
The technology has definitely improved but the basic concept of unemployment insurance providing temporary support while people look for work is the same as it was in 1935.
good luck with your project! hope you find what you need and also get your unemployment claim sorted out if that's still an issue
Thank you! The research suggestions here have been really helpful, and I did finally get my claim processed after weeks of trying to reach Washington ESD.
glad to hear it worked out! the washington esd system can be frustrating but usually gets resolved eventually
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Good luck with your claim! It's definitely possible to get both benefits, just takes patience with the system.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more prepared to file my claim now.
One last tip - if you do get approved for unemployment, make sure you're meeting all the weekly claim requirements. Missing a week can mess up your whole claim.
Noted! I'll set reminders to file my weekly claims on time.
And if you ever have issues with your weekly claims or need to talk to someone at Washington ESD, remember that Claimyr service I mentioned. Really saves time and frustration.
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PSA for anyone reading this thread: if you're going to be traveling over Memorial Day weekend, make sure you're still in Washington state when you file your weekly claim. Being out of state can complicate your unemployment eligibility.
The rules about travel and unemployment are so confusing. I've been afraid to leave the state at all since I started claiming.
You can travel for job interviews, family emergencies, or short trips where you remain available for work. It's extended vacations where you're not job searching that cause issues.
Bottom line from all these responses: Memorial Day won't stop you from filing your weekly claim, but it might delay your payment by a day and you won't be able to reach customer service if you have issues. Plan accordingly and file early if you're worried about any complications.
This thread should be pinned somewhere. Really useful information that I bet lots of people wonder about during holiday weekends.
Agreed! Every holiday weekend someone asks this same question. Now we have a comprehensive answer.
Sophie Duck
Also check if your county has any emergency cash assistance programs. King County has some, not sure about other counties but worth looking into for short-term help.
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Justin Chang
•I'm in Pierce County but I'll check what they have available. Every little bit helps at this point.
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Austin Leonard
UPDATE: Thanks everyone for all the advice. I called 211 and they gave me a whole list of resources I didn't know existed. Also used that Claimyr service someone mentioned to talk to Washington ESD about my options - turns out I might qualify for some job training assistance through WorkSource. Feeling a bit more hopeful now.
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Grace Thomas
•Glad Claimyr worked out for you. It really does make a difference being able to talk to a real person at ESD.
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Chad Winthrope
•That's awesome news about the job training possibility. WorkSource programs can really help with getting new skills and finding employment.
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