Quit job due to hostile supervisor - eligible for unemployment with new job starting Aug 5?

This is a tricky situation. You might qualify under what ESD calls 'good cause quit' provisions, but you'll need to provide clear evidence of the hostile work environment. Since you mentioned having documentation, that will help your case. You'll need to show that you made reasonable efforts to resolve the situation with your employer before quitting (like reporting to HR if they had one). Regarding the gap until your new job starts, you should be eligible for benefits during that time IF ESD approves your quit reason. Make sure you're available for work during this period and complete your weekly job search activities (3 per week) even though you have a job lined up. ESD doesn't automatically disqualify you just because you have a future start date, but you must be actively seeking work until you actually start the new position.

omg i had almost the EXACT same thing happen to me last year!! my boss was so toxic and would say things like that all the time! i quit and ESD denied my claim at first because they said i didnt have good cause. i appealed it though and got approved after showing them texts where he said inappropriate things. def apply and make sure u explain EVERYTHING about the hostile environment in detail. they want to see that it would make any reasonable person quit.

I've helped several people navigate similar situations. Here's what you need to know: 1. When you file, select "quit" as your reason for separation and then select "hostile work environment" when prompted for details 2. In your explanation, be SPECIFIC about incidents - include dates, exact quotes, witnesses if any 3. You MUST document how this affected your ability to do your job - mental health impacts are valid reasons 4. Yes, you still need to complete 3 job search activities weekly even with a job lined up (these can include updating your resume, attending WorkSource workshops, etc. - not just applications) 5. Expect an adjudication interview where they'll ask about these incidents and whether you tried to resolve them Your situation sounds like it could qualify as good cause, but ESD will make the final determination. The fact that you already have a new job lined up actually helps your case as it shows you're not just trying to collect benefits indefinitely.

have u tried calling ESD to ask? good luck getting thru tho lol their phone lines are ALWAYS busy and they hang up on u after like 2 hours of waiting its so frustrating!!!!

WHY would you quit before securing another job?? ESD denies like 90% of people who quit voluntarily. Now youre stuck with no income until August. Should have just sucked it up for a few more weeks or reported the supervisor to higher management. The system is DESIGNED to deny benefits to quitters. Good luck.

To specifically address your question about the job search requirements: Yes, you still need to complete your 3 job search activities each week, even with a job lined up. However, job search activities don't have to be only applications. You can: 1. Attend WorkSource workshops (virtual or in-person) 2. Update your resume and post it on WorkSourceWA 3. Network with professionals in your field 4. Take skills assessments Just make sure you document everything properly in your weekly claim. Be prepared that ESD might follow up on these activities, so keep records. For your documentation, text messages are absolutely valid evidence. Save screenshots and be prepared to submit them if requested during adjudication.

my cousin quit bcuz of harassment and got denied twice!!! the system is so unfair sometimes just warning u it might be an uphill battle

Update: I filed my initial claim yesterday and selected "quit" with "hostile work environment" as the reason. I got a notice that my claim needs adjudication (which I expected from your helpful comments). The message says it could take 5-8 weeks for adjudication! That's longer than the gap until my new job starts. Should I still do the weekly claims while waiting? Will they backpay me for these weeks if approved? Really stressing about making rent now...