Job Seeker + Community Resources

In these challenging and rapidly-changing times, it’s hard to know where to turn for the assistance you need. Below are some resources to help.

Unemployment Insurance

Filings for unemployment insurance are at a historically high level. That means delays getting through on the phone and online. A little preparation before filing could save you time and reduce stress.

A few tips:

Start by reading a list of Frequently Asked Questions WA State Unemployment Insurance FAQ.
Then go to the unemployment website and review the checklist, watch the how to open a SAW account video, and see other resources. Spending a little time reading and preparing could make the filing process go more smoothly.
An easy-to-read comparison guide lists some of the most common COVID-19 scenarios that may occur and the benefits that may apply (paid sick leave, unemployment insurance, paid family & medical leave, and industrial L&I insurance)
Layoff assistance information
Resources and FAQs for employees impacted by COVID-19

Update May 29: Governor Inslee extended until June 17:

20-21.3: Waives/suspends statues/rules relating to a one-week waiting period to collect unemployment insurance. (20-21.2)
20-30.3: Waives/suspends statutory job search requirements for applicants seeking unemployment insurance. (20-30.2)

Job Search + Training Support

We are available to assist individuals seeking job search and training assistance.

WA State WorkSource resources
Next for ages 16-24
Companies that are hiring

Financial

Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave Q&A for workers and employers
WA State Department of Financial Institutions’ list of financial resources for Washington consumers impacted by the coronavirus

Utilities

Schools + Education

K-12 schools across the State are closed through the end of the school year in June 2020
School Districts
- Longview School District
Clark College and Lower Columbia College have moved to online instruction as of 3/17, and WSU Vancouver as of 3/23
Kahn Academy has free tools for remote learning, daily schedules, online streaming, guides for parents and more
Scholastic created a free “Learn at Home” website amid COVID-19 school closures

Child Care

If your child care facility closed due to COVID-19 concerns, contact Child Care Aware of Washington’s Family Center at 1.800.446.1114 or familycenter@childcare.org for help searching for alternative child care. Child Care Aware is a nonprofit statewide child care resource and referral program for Washington State.
Educational Service District 112 Child Care Resource and Referral line 360.952.3466
If you are an essential worker or first responder and need immediate childcare, WeeCare is opening up its full directory across the nation and 24/7 service to find, locate and place you immediately at a home daycare for back-up care. To learn more visit https://weecare.co/daycare-near-me or call 310.929.9579.