What to do When You’re Laid Off
Workforce Solutions Texoma www.workforcesolutionstexoma.com
Cooke Grayson Fannin
What to do When You’re Laid Off
This page is designed to help you through the process of coping with your layoff, and finding your next job.
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Anyone who has ever been laid-off knows it can be one of the most stressful times in life. Workforce Solutions Texoma can help you get through this stressful time, while helping you find your next job. Previously, you went to your job every day and did your assigned work. Until you become reemployed, your new job is finding your next job, and your local Workforce Center should be your new office.
Reporting to the workforce center regularly, and taking advantage of all the services offered, will speed up the process of finding your next job. If you have been laid-off, start by contacting your local Workforce Center.
Here’s what you need to do:
1. Register for Work 2. Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits 3. Deal With the Emotions of Losing Your Job 4. Look at Your Finances 5. Find Your Next Job
Cooke Grayson Fannin
1. Register for Work:
One of the first things you need to do is register for work at www.workintexas.com. In fact, if you want to qualify for Unemployment Insurance, you’re required to register in Work In Texas within 3 business days of being laid off.
Registering in Work In Texas gives you access to thousands of jobs you might be interested in. Workforce Solutions Texoma recommends you set aside about an hour for the initial registration process. Once you’ve completed your initial registration, make an appointment with your local Workforce Center, and have an employment professional help you tweak it to get the most out of it.
Once you’ve successfully registered in Work In Texas, you might consider registering with some other job matching websites including:
Career Builder Monster Job Finder
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Cooke Grayson Fannin
1. Register for Work:
One of the first things you need to do is register for work at www.workintexas.com. In fact, if you want to qualify for Unemployment Insurance, you’re required to register in Work In Texas within 3 business days of being laid off.
Registering in Work In Texas gives you access to thousands of jobs you might be interested in. Workforce Solutions Texoma recommends you set aside about an hour for the initial registration process. Once you’ve completed your initial registration, make an appointment with your local Workforce Center, and have an employment professional help you tweak it to get the most out of it.
Once you’ve successfully registered in Work In Texas, you might consider registering with some other job matching websites including:
Career Builder Monster Job Finder
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Workforce Centers
Cooke County
900 North Grand Avenue Suite 103 Gainesville, TX 76240 Telephone: 940-665-1121 Fax: 940-668-2366 Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Fannin County
1205 East Sam Rayburn Drive Bonham, TX 75418 Telephone: 903-640-0222 Fax: 903-640-0052 Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Grayson County
2415 S. Austin Ave Suite 105 Denison, TX 75020 Telephone: 903-463-9997 Fax: 903-463-3073 Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
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1. Register for Work:
One of the first things you need to do is register for work at www.workintexas.com. In fact, if you want to qualify for Unemployment Insurance, you’re required to register in Work In Texas within 3 business days of being laid off.
Registering in Work In Texas gives you access to thousands of jobs you might be interested in. Workforce Solutions Texoma recommends you set aside about an hour for the initial registration process. Once you’ve completed your initial registration, make an appointment with your local Workforce Center, and have an employment professional help you tweak it to get the most out of it.
Once you’ve successfully registered in Work In Texas, you might consider registering with some other job matching websites including:
Career Builder Monster Job Finder
Cooke Grayson Fannin
What to do When You’re Laid Off
This page is designed to help you through the process of coping with your layoff, and finding your next job.
Anyone who has ever been laid-off knows it can be one of the most stressful times in life. Workforce Solutions Texoma can help you get through this stressful time, while helping you find your next job. Previously, you went to your job every day and did your assigned work. Until you become reemployed, your new job is finding your next job, and your local Workforce Center should be your new office.
Reporting to the workforce center regularly, and taking advantage of all the services offered, will speed up the process of finding your next job. If you have been laid-off, start by contacting your local Workforce Center.
Here’s what you need to do:
1. Register for Work 2. Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits 3. Deal With the Emotions of Losing Your Job 4. Look at Your Finances 5. Find Your Next Job
Cooke Grayson Fannin
2. Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits:
Unemployment Insurance is provided through payments made to the State of Texas, by your employer. If you have worked and earned wages, you may qualify for benefits, but you must apply to receive them.
Texas Workforce Commission provides information about Unemployment Insurance, and other services, on their website.
• Texas Workforce Commission Unemployment Benefits Handbook • Texas Workforce Commission Unemployment Benefits, at a Glance • Texas Workforce Commission Unemployment Insurance Benefits Payments Options
The Workforce Commission also provides a tutorial, which will provide all the information you need and help walk you through the process of filing for your Unemployment Insurance Benefits.
You can estimate how much your Unemployment Benefit will be weekly by using the Benefits Estimator. To estimate possible Unemployment Benefits, you will need:
• Wage information for the past five quarters • Pay period information for the past five quarters
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Cooke Grayson Fannin
What to do When You’re Laid Off
This page is designed to help you through the process of coping with your layoff, and finding your next job.
Anyone who has ever been laid-off knows it can be one of the most stressful times in life. Workforce Solutions Texoma can help you get through this stressful time, while helping you find your next job. Previously, you went to your job every day and did your assigned work. Until you become reemployed, your new job is finding your next job, and your local Workforce Center should be your new office.
Reporting to the workforce center regularly, and taking advantage of all the services offered, will speed up the process of finding your next job. If you have been laid-off, start by contacting your local Workforce Center.
Here’s what you need to do:
1. Register for Work 2. Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits 3. Deal With the Emotions of Losing Your Job 4. Look at Your Finances 5. Find Your Next Job
Cooke Grayson Fannin
3. Deal With the Emotions of Losing Your Job
Workforce Solutions Texoma understands the emotional impact of losing your job, and will be there to assist you if it happens. To find out more about the services available to you, contact your local Workforce Center.
• Job Loss & Unemployment Stress • Coping With Job Loss
Cooke Grayson Fannin
What to do When You’re Laid Off
This page is designed to help you through the process of coping with your layoff, and finding your next job.
Anyone who has ever been laid-off knows it can be one of the most stressful times in life. Workforce Solutions Texoma can help you get through this stressful time, while helping you find your next job. Previously, you went to your job every day and did your assigned work. Until you become reemployed, your new job is finding your next job, and your local Workforce Center should be your new office.
Reporting to the workforce center regularly, and taking advantage of all the services offered, will speed up the process of finding your next job. If you have been laid-off, start by contacting your local Workforce Center.
Here’s what you need to do:
1. Register for Work 2. Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits 3. Deal With the Emotions of Losing Your Job 4. Look at Your Finances 5. Find Your Next Job
Cooke Grayson Fannin
4. Look at Your Finances:
One of the most important things to consider, when you’re laid off, is how you will continue to meet your financial obligations. In addition to your monthly bills, there are several things to consider, medical coverage, your mortgage, and your debts. Taking a look at your finances can also help answer the question of how much money you really need to make. Because there’s a very good possibility you’ll have to start your next job making less than you were at your last job, this is important information.
• Retirement and Health Care Coverage…Questions and Answers for Dislocated Workers • CHIP/Children’s Medicaid • Housing Counseling for Displaced Workers
Workforce Solutions Texoma does not endorse, or recommend, any specific credit and debt solution. You should do research, talk with people you trust, and come to your own conclusion about the solution that is best for you and your family. Some resources you might want to consider are:
• Mymoney.gov • Consumer Credit Counseling Services • Dave Ramsey • Suze Orman
Cooke Grayson Fannin
What to do When You’re Laid Off
This page is designed to help you through the process of coping with your layoff, and finding your next job.
Anyone who has ever been laid-off knows it can be one of the most stressful times in life. Workforce Solutions Texoma can help you get through this stressful time, while helping you find your next job. Previously, you went to your job every day and did your assigned work. Until you become reemployed, your new job is finding your next job, and your local Workforce Center should be your new office.
Reporting to the workforce center regularly, and taking advantage of all the services offered, will speed up the process of finding your next job. If you have been laid-off, start by contacting your local Workforce Center.
Here’s what you need to do:
1. Register for Work 2. Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits 3. Deal With the Emotions of Losing Your Job 4. Look at Your Finances 5. Find Your Next Job
Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Job Seekers
Workforce Solutions Texoma provides services to Job Seeker Customers to help them find employment or employment-related training. These services are provided through three local Workforce Centers. Some of these services are:
. Job Fairs . Job Search Assistance . Resume and Interviewing Assistance . Career Planning Assistance . Assistance Surviving a Layoff . Child Care Assistance
Specialized assistance may be available if you are a low-income adult, a Veteran, or have recently been laid-off, visit your local Workforce Center.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Looking for a Job
When you are looking for a job, you need to take advantage of all the resources available to you. Visit your local Workforce Center to access Job Search Assistance, and our state-of-the- art Resource Rooms to find out about other services available to eligible job seekers.
Job Search Assistance is available to the public at no cost. Workforce Solutions Texoma’s professional staff can help you find the right job by providing the following services:
. Access to the largest database of job openings in the state Assistance in making a career or occupational changes . Resume writing assistance . Resume Starter Kit – Designed to be used with WinWay Resume Software, available in the Workforce Centers, but it can be used without it as well. . Pocket Resume . Aptitude and interest assessments . A comprehensive assessment of needs . Job Seeking Tips . Texas Job-Hunters Guide . Top 10 Career Tips
Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Plan Your Career
In today’s changing job market, career planning is more important than ever.
Your local Workforce Center can help you plan your perfect career with Assessment Tools, Career Exploration Tools, and Labor Market Information.
As the job market changes, so do the types of jobs available. Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of assessment tools to help you identify a career path based on your personal interests, abilities, and the changing job market.
Making an informed career path decision requires knowing how your interests and aptitudes fit with existing and emerging occupations. Career Exploration Tools help you match your interests and aptitudes with the hottest occupations.
ONET – Online Career Exploration Tool
The following tools and resources are provided by the Texas Workforce Commission Labor Market and Career Information (LMCI) Division
Texas Cares – Online Career Exploration Tool
Texas Reality Check – Online Budgeting and Career Exploration Tool
Texoma WDA Occupational Projections
Texoma Wages – 2012
Occupational Highlights – Texas
Once you have compared your interests and abilities to emerging and existing occupations, Labor Market Information allows you to research salaries and job market trends in your area and can help you finalize your career decisions Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Training
If it has been a while since you completed school, or if you never graduated, you may find you need additional training in order to compete in today’s job market. Workforce Solutions Texoma can help you identify the training that is right for you, and may be able to assist with paying for your training.
Identifying Training that Is Right for You
There are many factors involved in identifying your best training match. One of the most important factors is your interest in a particular job. Our staff can help you identify your preferred interests, and suggest matching jobs. Then together, we find the training program that best fits your needs.
Helping Pay for Training
If you meet certain income eligibility guidelines, or have recently been laid-off, Workforce Solutions Texoma may be able to help pay for tuition, books, and other training related costs for up to two years.
Visit your local Workforce Center to see if you qualify.
Other financial aid information:
Pell Grant (Free Application for Federal Student Aid – FAFSA)
Scholarships.com
Texas Tomorrow Fund Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Tuition Assistance
Workforce Solutions Texoma operates the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) which may be able to help you pay for tuition, books, and travel for up to two years. Eligible individuals include employees who are laid off or trade affected, displaced homemakers, and income eligible adults and youth. To obtain assistance from Workforce Solutions Texoma, you must complete the prescreening application form and take it to your nearest Workforce Center.
Workforce Solutions Texoma can pay for approved training related expenses including tuition, books, required fees, and more, if you are eligible, and choose to be trained in a locally Targeted Occupation. Targeted Occupations are occupations with sufficient demand to offer a reasonable expectation of employment at a living wage.
Click this link to see a complete list of Targeted Occupations.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Hot Jobs
Each week, Workforce Solutions Texoma highlights great local jobs called “Hot Jobs”. These jobs often require special training or skills, but offer good starting wages.
You can stay up-to-date on these Hot Jobs by liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter, or you can receive them as text messages through Remind 101.
Workforce Solutions Texoma partners with several local media partners to spread the word about these Hot Jobs.
KTEN News Today – Weekday Mornings 5am – 7am 93.1 FM KMKT (Katy Country) – Monday Mornings with Zac Grantham 102.5 FM KMAD (Mad Rock) – Monday Mornings with “Big Dave” Hilton 107.3 FM KQDR (Hot FM) – Monday Mornings KXII – FOX12 News Good Day – Monday Mornings 7am – 8am 1580 AM KGAF – Monday & Wednesday Mornings
Workforce Solutions Texoma also posts notices about Job Fairs, on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+.
Here’s how you can connect with Workforce Solutions Texoma:
Facebook – follow Workforce Solutions Texoma Twitter – follow @WorkforceTexoma LinkedIn – follow Workforce Solutions Texoma Google+ – follow Workforce Solutions Texoma
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Hot Jobs
Each week, Workforce Solutions Texoma highlights great local jobs called “Hot Jobs”. These jobs often require special training or skills, but offer good starting wages.
You can stay up-to-date on these Hot Jobs by liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter, or you can receive them as text messages through Remind 101.
Workforce Solutions Texoma partners with several local media partners to spread the word about these Hot Jobs.
. KTEN News Today – Weekday Mornings 5am – 7am . 93.1 FM KMKT (Katy Country) – Monday Mornings with Zac Grantham . 102.5 FM KMAD (Mad Rock) – Monday Mornings with “Big Dave” Hilton . 107.3 FM KQDR (Hot FM) – Monday Mornings . KXII – FOX12 News Good Day – Monday Mornings 7am – 8am . 1580 AM KGAF – Monday & Wednesday Mornings . 1420 AM KFYN - Monday & Friday Mornings with Alex Green
Workforce Solutions Texoma also posts notices about Job Fairs, on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+.
Here’s how you can connect with Workforce Solutions Texoma:
. Facebook – follow Workforce Solutions Texoma . Twitter – follow @WorkforceTexoma . LinkedIn – follow Workforce Solutions Texoma . Google+ – follow Workforce Solutions Texoma Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Upcoming Hiring Events
Alorica Location: Grayson County Workforce Center 2415 S. Austin Ave Suite 105 Denison, TX 903-463-9997 Hiring For: Call Center Associates Tuesday, January 27, 2015 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM Come and Go Event. Applicants must be registered in www.workintexas.com Volt Staffing Services Location: Grayson County Workforce Center 2415 S. Austin Ave Suite 105 Denison, TX 903-463-9997 Hiring For: Production, Fabrication, General Laborer Positions, and More. Tuesday, January 27, 2015 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Must arrive by 12:45 PM - no late arrivals will be permitted. Applicants must be registered in www.workintexas.com Applicants should be prepared to complete an application and take pre-assessment test. Wilson N. Jones Location: Grayson County Workforce Center 2415 S. Austin Ave Suite 105 Denison, TX 903-463-9997 Hiring For: Various positions, with an emphasis on clinical and administrative. Thursday, January 29, 2015 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Come and Go Event. Applicants must be registered in www.workintexas.com
Cooke Grayson Fannin
5. Find Your Next Job:
There are several things to consider when you start looking for your next job. Do you have the training and skills to find another job quickly, or will you need some training? Are you interested in changing careers?
Workforce Center Services Looking for a Job Plan Your Career Consider Retraining Tuition Assistance Through the Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Solutions Texoma highly recommends you consider working part time while receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Not only does this help give you a chance to network, but it means more money in your pocket. Take a look at how it works by reviewing; Working Part-Time While Receiving UI Benefits.
Important Resources:
Workforce Solutions Texoma offers a number of resources for job-seekers including Hot Jobs, and Career Corner.
Hot Jobs is a way of keeping up with current local job openings.
Many local employers hire through Job Fairs. Check out the list of Upcoming Hiring Events.
Career Corner is a weekly blog that offers employment related information and tips, as well as a list of questions you might be asked in an interview. Topics include interviewing, resumes, local jobs in demand, and more.
Cooke Grayson Fannin
Below are examples of the Career Corner Blog arranged by topic:
Interviewing Tips:
“12 Small Clues You Can’t Ignore When Interviewing” “Dressed for Success? Tips for Your Job Interview Style” “5 Questions You Should Ask Before Accepting a Job” “5 Best Things to Say in an Interview” “5 Questions You Should Never Ask in a Job Interview” “9 Things not to ask in a Job Interview” “7 Questions Job Seekers Should Always Ask—But Can’t” “What to do the night before a job interview”
Resume Tips:
“What are employers asking your references” “How to Conduct A Job Search With A Criminal Record” “What You Need Besides Experience to Get That Job”
Networking:
“Tis the Season for Holiday Networking” “How Healthy Is Your Network?”
Finances:
“Finances when you’re laid off”
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Questions?