Worksource action plan requirements - will limited job applications affect my ESD benefits?

You should be fine as long as you're meeting your 3 job search activities per week requirement. The action plan typically focuses on specific tasks like creating your WorkSource profile and uploading your resume, which you've done. During your follow-up, they'll likely review your overall job search activities, not just WorkSource applications. Make sure you have documentation of ALL your job search activities, regardless of platform. Bring printouts of confirmation emails or screenshots showing the jobs you've applied to through Indeed and LinkedIn. Also, don't forget that job search activities can include things beyond just applications - informational interviews, networking events, and job fairs count too!

i had the same probelm!! the worksource jobs in my area were all like truck drivers and warehouse stuff but im in marketing. my case manager said it was FINE as long as im doing my 3 activities somewhere. they know not every1 can find jobs on worksource

THEY WILL ABSOLUTELY CUT YOUR BENEFITS if you don't do EXACTLY what they want!!! I had a similar situation and got disqualified for 4 WEEKS because I did most of my searches through Indeed instead of WorkSource. The ESD rep claimed I wasn't following my action plan even though I was applying to jobs every week. The system is designed to find ANY reason to deny you money. I'd start frantically applying to WorkSource jobs even if they're not perfect matches just to cover yourself.

I work with unemployment claimants regularly, and I can provide some clarification here. The reemployment services requirements are separate from your weekly job search requirements. If your action plan specifically only required creating a WorkSource account and uploading your resume, then that's all you technically need to fulfill for that specific requirement. However, you still need to complete your 3 job search activities each week, which can be done through any legitimate job search method - WorkSource, Indeed, LinkedIn, company websites, in-person applications, etc. For your follow-up meeting, bring documentation of: 1. Your completed action plan items (WorkSource account and resume) 2. Your weekly job search logs showing all activities 3. Any explanation of challenges you've faced finding relevant positions on WorkSource Be honest about the WorkSource limitations in your area but emphasize your continued job search through other methods. Most case managers are reasonable if you show genuine effort.

If you can't get through to someone on the phone to clarify this before your meeting, you might want to try Claimyr. I was in a similar situation last month and couldn't get clear answers from the ESD website. I used claimyr.com and they got me connected to an ESD agent in about 20 minutes when I'd been trying for days. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 The agent I spoke with confirmed that as long as I was meeting my weekly job search requirements and completed the specific items in my action plan, I was in compliance. It was worth getting that peace of mind before my follow-up appointment.

have u thought about checking worksource daily for new postings?? sometimes good jobs pop up but dissapear quick. also check if theres any virtual job fairs coming up those count as activities!!

I think everyone is overthinking this. The action plan literally says create account and upload resume. That's it. You did that. You're still doing your regular job searches. You're fine. These WorkSource people deal with hundreds of cases and they're not going to nitpick if you're clearly making an effort. My sister went through this whole process last year and they were actually pretty reasonable.

Just to add to my earlier comment - another thing to consider is that the reemployment services staff are separate from the unemployment benefits staff. Your WorkSource case manager is focused on helping you find employment, not on enforcing benefit eligibility. If you clearly explain the geographical limitations and lack of relevant positions in WorkSource, most case managers will work with you to modify your approach. They might suggest filters or search terms to find more suitable positions, or even adjust your action plan for the next period. The key is to approach the meeting as a collaborative effort to improve your job search strategy, not as a compliance check. Bring specific examples of the WorkSource job listings that weren't suitable and be open to suggestions for alternative approaches.

One thing no one's mentioned - have you tried adjusting your search radius on WorkSource? Sometimes the default is set really low like 10 miles. If you bump it up to maybe 30 (still reasonable commute) you might find more options. Also check if your resume has all the right keywords for your field - WorkSource uses those to match you with jobs.

I just went through my WorkSource follow-up last week and had almost the exact same situation! My action plan only required creating the account and uploading my resume (which I did), but I'd only applied to maybe 3 jobs through WorkSource because most were either way out of my field or had crazy commute times. My case manager was totally understanding when I explained the situation. I brought a printed log of all my weekly job search activities from Indeed, LinkedIn, and company websites, and she said that was perfect. She even helped me set up better search filters on WorkSource and suggested some networking events in my area that count toward job search activities. The key thing she emphasized was that the 3 weekly job search activities can come from anywhere - WorkSource is just one tool, not the only requirement. As long as you completed what was specifically written in your action plan and you're documenting your ongoing job search efforts, you should be fine. Don't stress too much about it!