How to File for Unemployment Benefits With a Part Time Job
Did you realize you can file for unemployment benefits even if you have a part time job? While the unemployment checks will be lower than if you were not working, there are benefits to having at least some hours of consistent work. Each state's requirements are different, but each has strict standards you must meet in order to qualify. Read on for how to file for unemployment in your state when you have a part-time job.
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Before filing for unemployment contact your state's unemployment office, over the phone or online, to check the policy on working part time and receiving benefits. Most states allow individuals to collect unemployment checks while working part time, but there are very specific qualifications you must meet. (See the link in the Resources Section below for contact information for every state's unemployment office.)
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If you meet eligibility requirements to get unemployment insurance, complete the required claim forms from your state's unemployment website or local unemployment office. You'll need to indicate that you are working a part time job and are requesting partial benefits.
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Each state requires benefit recipients to report their earnings while receiving benefits. When you request your weekly or bi-weekly unemployment check enter the amount of money you made from your part time job. If you don't, this can be considered fraud.
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Ensure that you continue to meet the job search requirements while collecting unemployment insurance. Even if you're working a part time job, most states require you to look for full time work in order to remain eligible for benefits. The exception may be if you were laid off from a part time job. Again, it's important to check on your state's specific policy.
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Working a part time job while receiving unemployment insurance, will allow you to extend the length of time you can collect payments. Because partial benefits are less than if you were receiving the full unemployment benefits, you will most likely be allowed to continue drawing on them until you've reach the maximum amount regardless of the timeframe (unless you get a full time job).
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If you lose your part time job or if you become a full time worker contact the unemployment office immediately to report the change in your job status.
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