Definitions of terms

A program that provides payments and medical benefits to employees who have work-related injuries or illnesses. In Washington, the program is managed by the Department of Labor & Industries. You cannot collect both workers’ compensation and unemployment benefits at the same time.

 Federally funded employment services, workforce development, basic education for adults, and vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities. The goals of WIOA are to:

• Improve the quality of the workforce.
• Reduce welfare dependency.
• Increase economic self-sufficiency.
• Meet skills requirements of employers.
• Enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the nation.

Learn more about WIOA on the U.S. Department of Labor website.

A statewide partnership of state and local government agencies, colleges and nonprofit organizations. They provide an array of employment and training services to job seekers and employers in Washington.

Customers access services electronically through the WorkSource website or through a network of more than 60 WorkSource centers, affiliates and connection sites.

ESD manages the WorkSource website. It offers job seekers access to thousands of Washington jobs and job search tools. Employers get unlimited job postings, automatic ranking and side-by-side comparisons of applicants.