Assistance For Dislocated Workers

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AlabamaRapid Response TeamAssistance for Dislocated WorkersWe are Unifying our state under a new plan whichresults in improved access to services that willenhance the quality of life for Alabama citizensand will prepare a workforce for the future.A major milestone in the unification of Alabama’sworkforce system, bringing together keycomponents of the K-12 and two-year collegesystems, state workforce training and placementservices, and industry.AlabamaWorks! will more easily connectbusinesses with job seekers help prepare workersby linking them to career and job trainingopportunities.The one stop resource for all thingsworkforce development in Alabama.Throughout this booklet we willencourageyoutoutilizethewww.AlabamaWorks.com website.Visit:www.AlabamaWorks.comPage 4

Surviving A LayoffLosing a job is an emotional time, the bookletincluded with your packet “Surviving a Layoff”is a detailed resource to begin the process ofre-employment.You are now a dislocated worker,and many Assistance Programs andResources are available to you. Resources to help you through thefinancial and emotional effects oflosing your employment Unemployment Information Free Training and EducationOpportunities On the Job Training Programs Relocation Assistance Mortgage Assistance Health Insurance Food Assistance Free Legal Assistance Free Credit Counseling Connect 211— Just like 911 (but for socialservice assistance information)Information in“Surviving aLayoff” includes: It’s NOTYOURFAULT—learning thedifferencebetween being laid off and being fired How to tell your family that you have lostyour job How to pay your bills when you have nopaycheck How to make a budget How to ask your creditors to reduce yourbills until you find a new job 13 proven ways to get a job interview How to ace your job interview Four things you need to do after eachinterviewPage 6

One Website—Many ResourcesUnemployed– this will direct you to the one stopUnemployment referral page.provides one website to accessresources from many agencies. Whether you arean employer seeking assistance with workforcedevelopment or you are current or future jobseeker,is the place to start.Let AlabamaWorks! be your guide from being adislocated worker to being on the pathway to anew, bright, and prosperous future as part ofAlabama’s highly trained workforce.Resources in theMenu bar to begin!To begin filing for your unemployment,“FileUnemployment Compensation” this will take you directlyto the Alabama Department of Labor website.Additionally, all helpful phone numbers and frequentlyasked questions are available, only a click away.Page 8

Unemployment CompensationUnemployment CompensationUnemployment lasts 14 weeksand pays a maximum of 275 perweek –individual amounts willvary. Additional weeks of benefits ifin an approved training program Be Prepared: Government issued ID #,Social Security #, Past EmploymentHistory, etc Two ways to file: by Phone or Computer Open your claim after your last day ofwork Federal Taxes: Weekly payments aretaxable, you can have it taken out nowor pay later Save your PIN # and call-in number tofile weekly claim Questions call UC Q&A Hotline 1-800-361-4524 Do your weekly certification at thebeginning of each week Able, Available & Actively Seeking Work 2 Ways to get paid: Direct Deposit orDebit Card Severance Pay does not affect yourunemploymentEstablish a New or Reopen a UC ClaimHave the following informationavailable: Your Social Security NumberYour Driver’s License or Alabama ID#Your Alien Registration Card, if applicableList of Names, Addresses, telephone # and thebeginning and ending dates of employmentfor your last 2 employersAny military, federal or work performed inanother state.Your banking information.Page 10

File Your UnemploymentClaim on your Last day ofwork, or as soon as possible.To file a New or Reopened Claim for Unemployment CompensationYou may also file your claim online at: https://labor.alabama.gov/uc/ClaimsTo file an UnemploymentCompensation ClaimTo contact the Inquiry Line regardingan existing claim1-866-234-5382 (8:00 am - 4:30 pm,(Mon. - Fri.)1-800-361-4524 (8:00 am - 4:30 pm,Mon. - Fri.)To file or view the status of a Weekly Certification for UnemploymentCompensationYou may file for or view the status of a weekly certification online at: ham(334) 954-4094(205) 458-2282 The first week is a hold week you will not be paid for this week.If you earn less than 275 during the last weekof work, file weekly certification the followingweek; and every week thereafter.Length of time processing may varydepending on your selection of direct depositor receiving a debit cardPlan on your first payment deposited duringthe 3rd week—and will include any backpayments.Toll Free 1-800-752-7389Last Dayof workTo contact an Unemployment Compensation Call Center by FAXMontgomeryBirmingham(334) 215-7557(205) 458-2222To FAX a request to APPEAL anUnemployment Compensation ClaimTo Fax a request to the Board ofAppealsTo report UnemploymentCompensation FRAUDTo request copies of records fromInformation DisclosureFile YourClaimJob SearchWeekly CertificationUnemployment HOLD WEEKJob Search(334) 956-5891Weekly Certification(334) 242-0539Job SearchWeekly Certification1-800-392-8019Payments should begin by the 3rd WeekJob Search(334) 954-4076Weekly CertificationPage 12

AdditionalUnemploymentCompensationBenefits forTrainingTraining & EmploymentUnemploymentlasts 14 weeks andpays a maximum of 275 per week –individual amountswill vary. Claimants who are participating in anapproved training may qualify for anadditional 5 weeks of benefits. Approved training for Calendar year 2020include: Now You Are A Job Seeker!AlabamaWorks provides you links to:Online Resume’ posting through the AlabamaCareer CenterLocation of the nearest Career CenterTraining Resources available throughout Alabama1. Any GED training program2. Any training provided through theAlabama Career Center System3. Any Associates, Bachelors, Masters orDoctorate Program4. Any vocational trade or certificateprogram Claimants will be auto-mailed anapplication for these weeks uponexhaustion of regular UnemploymentInsurance. (Failure to return theapplication in 10 business days will resultin denial of training weeks benefitPage 14

Alabama Career CenterSystemAlabama Career Center System Services AvailableJob Registration / Job PlacementJob Search WorkshopsTraining ResourcesOn-line Job SearchVeteran’s ServicesLabor Market InformationInternet website for self-guided assistancewww.joblink.alabama.govSelect your Regionto find the nearestAlabama Career Center.This site allows job seekers to register for workwith the Alabama Career center, to createresumes, to search job listings, and to apply forjobs 24 hours a day/7days a weekAlabama Career CenterSystemServices Available Resource RoomEmployment DataSelf-directed Job SearchResume’ AssistanceReferrals to Partner ServicesComputer/Internet AccessComprehensive AssessmentDeveloping Individual Employment PlansTesting and Career CounselingWorkshopsTraining OpportunitiesPage 16

Alabama Career CenterSystemFind Training ResourcesWorkforce Innovation andOpportunity Act WIOAServices for Dislocated Workers Individual Training Account(ITA) Classroom Training—Occupational Skills Training—upto 12,000— 19,000 (maximumbenefit determined at localCareer Center) for EligibleTraining Programswww.etpl.alabama.gov GED completion / Remediation On the Job Training (OJT) Relocation Assistance—must bewith a new employer, over 75miles away.All of the Above services MUST bepre-approved at the local CareerCenter.Find Links to variousAlabama Trainingopportunities atwww.AlabamaWorks.comPage 18

Additional Training Programswww.AIDT.eduAIDT assists a variety of employersthroughout the state by identifying aqualified applicant pool throughrecruitment, screening and trainingservices. AIDT recruits potentialemployees through advertisements and announcements,assessing applicants through application screening andassisting employers with applicant interviews. The mission of the Office ofWorkforce Development is toprovide Alabama an efficientand effective workforcedevelopment systemresponsive to current andfuture needs of individuals andbusinesses.https://www.accs.edu/Applicants who successfully complete AIDT job-specifictraining are recommended for employment with thecompany for whom our services are provided. Set up anAIDT Account today! www.jobs.aidt.eduThe Alabama Community College System (ACCS)provides a wide range of services to help both jobseekers and employers reach their potential. ACCS isthe primary deliverer of training services. Skillsassessment and training programs are available forexisting, expanding and new businesses through ATN.The Alabama Community College System's Office ofWorkforce Development is dedicated to partnershipsthat enable the State to provide a wide range of career-technical courses and short-term training for jobspecific certifications.Page 20

Additional Training ProgramsTargeted Assistance e Alabama Department of Veterans’ Affairs(ADVA) has Veterans Service Offices located in50 counties throughout the State of Alabama.The primary function of the ADVA VeteransService Offices is to assist veterans, theirdependents, and survivors in the applicationand processing of claims for benefits andentitlements available from the U.S.Department of Veterans Affairs and the benefitsprovided for veterans by law from the State ofAlabama earned by honorable service in thearmed forces of the United States. Get Access to information abouthundreds of skilled trades Come together with other future skilledworkers to become a part of somethingbigger than yourself Sign up for reminders about training andscholarship opportunities Put your contact information in thehands of numerous industry partners Profess your interest and commitmentto the skilled tradesPage 22

Targeted Assistance ProgramsTargeted Assistance ProgramsAlabama Department of REHABILITATION SERVICES“for Alabama’s children and adults with disabilitiesVRS provides specialized employment- andeducation-related services and training to assistteens and adults with disabilities in becomingemployed.VRS partners and collaborates with the StateDepartment of Education, local school systems,technical schools, community colleges, four-yearcolleges, and universities to develop statewideschool-to-work, postsecondary, and adult lifeprograms to help students with disabilitiessucceed in secondary and postsecondaryeducation and transition to employment(334) 242-17731-800-441-7607Page 24

Know Your Benefit RightsHealth Insurance OptionsU.S. Department of LaborEmployee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA)Atlanta Regional www.healthcare.govwww.dol.gov/ebsaPage 26

Health Insurance OptionsBecome an Entrepreneur1-800-252-1818ALL Kids is Alabama’s Children’s HealthInsurance Program (CHIP) and is administered bythe Alabama Department of Public Health.Access to healthcare is vital. Children need to behealthy to reach their full potential. To stay healthy,children need to have regular checkups, vision anddental care, and get medical attention if needed.ALL Kids is a low-cost, comprehensive healthcarecoverage program for children under age 19. Benefitsinclude regular checkups, immunizations,prescriptions, vision and dental, hospitalization,mental health and substance abuse services andmuch more.APPLY ONLINE NOWhttps://insurealabama.adph.state.al.us/ALL Kids uses Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama(BCBSAL) to provide medical, mental health andsubstance abuse services through their preferredprovider network (PPO).The Alabama Small Business DevelopmentCenter network is a statewide, inter-institutionalprogram to enhance economic growth inAlabama by providing management andtechnical assistance to small businesses. SBDCadvises and trains business people in a widevariety of business topics and providescomprehensive information services and accessto experts in many fields.Business advising services are provided free ofcharge to small business owners.http://asbdc.orgPage 28

Additional AssistanceFind Additional ServicesHow does LSA Help people?Dial 2-1-1 or 888-421-1266 Basic Human Needs: food banks, clothing,shelter, rent assistance, utility assistance Government information: City, County, Stateprograms available Health and Mental Health Resources: healthinsurance programs, maternal health, crisisintervention services, counseling, etc. Employment Support: financial assistance, jobtraining, transportation assistance, educationprograms Support for Older Americans and Persons withDisabilities: adult day care, congregate meals,Meals on Wheels, home health care, etc. Support for Children and Families: child care,afterschool programs, Head Start, FamilyResource Centers, summer camps, mentoring,tutoring, protective services, communityresources By providing representation on critical legalmatters in judicial and administrative forums By providing timely legal counsel and advice Through community education about rights andresponsibilities By providing effective mediation services thathelp clients and keep disputes out of the courtsystem Through development and distribution of legalself-help materials and forms.Page 30

Additional AssistanceBudget CounselingDebt Management PlanningFinance CounselingCredit Report ReviewBankruptcy CounselingNotify Your Creditors Immediatelythat you are a Dislocated Worker,Most creditors will work with you throughthis economic transition.401 Adams Avenue, Suite 380P.O. Box 304103Montgomery, Alabama 36103Phone: 334-242-5417Fax: 334-242-5624Email: DWU@commerce.alabama.govFunding provided by the United States Department ofLabor’s Employment and Training Administrationthrough the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act(WIOA)

Free Training and Education Opportunities On the Job Training Programs Relocation Assistance Mortgage Assistance Health Insurance Food Assistance Free Legal Assistance Free Credit Counseling Connect 211— Just like 911 (but for social servi

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