Webinar for state workers to learn about Washington benefits and reemployment services set for June 10

  • Benefit programs
  • Job seekers

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Chris Barron, Communications Director
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OLYMPIA – The Employment Security Department, along with state and local partners, will host a layoff assistance webinar for workers and contractors who work for the state of Washington. The webinar is Tuesday, June 10, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. See registration details below.

There is no limit to the number of participants who can register. Registration is free and is open until the event starts. 

The webinars, part of the state’s rapid response efforts for large layoffs, are intended to help state workers who were laid off, facing a furlough or expecting a workforce reduction. The information will help affected workers navigate available unemployment benefits and reemployment resources.

Webinar topics include:
•    Unemployment benefits, how to file and get help.
•    What to do about health care benefits.
•    Expanding your job skills through training and educational programs.
•    Career guidance, job search assistance, and other free resources.

The webinars are a collaboration of state and local agencies and programs that provide support to those who have lost their jobs or facing the potential of workforce reductions. Partners include Employment Security, WorkSource, Local Workforce Development Boards, Washington Health Plan Finder, Washington State Community & Technical Colleges and the Washington State Labor Council.

Register for the webinar on 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, 2025. 

This webinar receives support and funding from a U.S. Department of Labor grant. Read more on the USDOL grants page.