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The part-time work might also help you build skills or connections that lead to full-time work. That's what happened to me - started part-time at a company and they hired me full-time after 2 months when they saw my work.
That would be ideal! This job is in my field so there might be opportunities to grow.
Same thing happened to me. Part-time job turned into the best full-time job I've ever had.
Just make sure the part-time job doesn't interfere with any job interviews or opportunities for full-time work. You're still supposed to be actively seeking full-time employment even while working part-time.
The schedule is flexible so I should be able to make time for interviews if they come up.
Flexibility is key. Don't let the part-time job become an excuse to stop looking for full-time work.
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One last tip - create your SecureAccess Washington (SAW) account first if you don't already have one. You'll need it to access the Washington ESD online services and it can take a few minutes to set up.
Is that different from the regular Washington ESD website login?
SAW is the state's unified login system. Once you have it, you can use it for unemployment, WorkSource, and other state services.
just want to add that if anyone else needs to actually talk to washington esd on the phone, that claimyr service really does work. used it twice now when i couldnt get through the normal way
Seems like a lot of people have had success with that. Good to know there's an option if I need it.
Yeah the regular phone lines are basically useless during busy times. Having an alternative is definitely worth knowing about.
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Pro tip: keep detailed records of everything when you're on unemployment. Your job search activities, any work you do, all communication with Washington ESD. It can save you a lot of headaches if they ever audit your claim.
Good advice. I'm pretty organized with my paperwork anyway, so that shouldn't be a problem.
Wish I'd known that when I was on unemployment. They asked for documentation I didn't have and it was a nightmare to reconstruct.
The monetary determination notice you get will break down exactly how they calculated your benefit amount. It shows your wages for each quarter in your base period and how they arrived at your weekly benefit amount. Keep that document safe!
Thanks for all the helpful info everyone. I think I'm going to go ahead and file my claim this week.
Good luck! The process can be frustrating but it's worth it if you qualify for a decent amount.
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Try using Claimyr if you need to follow up on your adjudication status. I was able to speak with someone at Washington ESD who explained exactly what they were waiting for in my case. Made the whole process much less stressful.
Did they give you a timeline for when your decision would be made?
They said most adjudications are completed within 21 business days, but complex cases can take longer. At least I knew what to expect.
Bottom line: Washington ESD cares more about WHY the employment ended than the exact mechanics of who initiated the separation. Focus on documenting the hostile work environment and you should be fine.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! I feel much more confident about my claim now. I'll just wait for the adjudication to complete and be ready with my documentation if they call.
Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have a solid case based on what you've described.
Ellie Kim
This whole thread has been super educational. I had no idea you could still get benefits with an outstanding overpayment. Bookmarking this for future reference!
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Nathaniel Mikhaylov
•Glad it was helpful! There's a lot of misinformation out there about unemployment rules.
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Fiona Sand
Quick question - does the 25% offset apply to the first week or does it start after the waiting week?
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Brandon Parker
•Washington ESD eliminated the waiting week, so offsets start with your first payable week. No delay.
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Fiona Sand
•Got it, thanks for clarifying that!
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