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Yahoo
27-03-2025
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WorkForce West Virginia announces upcoming Statewide Virtual Job Fair
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — WorkForce West Virginia announced the date for the next Statewide Virtual Job Fair. According to a press release, the next event will take place on April 2, 2025, spanning from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and welcomes both prospective employees and employers to participate. Princeton Rescue Squad Educational Institute receives CAAHEP accreditation With these monthly Statewide Virtual Job Fairs, West Virginia job seekers and employers have the chance to come together to create success stories. Last month, 1,121 job seekers registered to connect with more than 137 registered employers. To date, 13,330 West Virginians have connected with more than 3,225 companies all across the Mountain State by attending a Statewide Virtual Job Fair. Scott Adkins | Acting Commissioner, WorkForce West Virginia Both employers and job seekers that want to participate in the event will need to register ahead of time. Bluefield State University hosts signing for first JumpStart Nursing Program Participating job seekers are advised to have a clutter-free background and to dress professionally. The event portal will include a list of participating employers, channels for attendees to register and log in, and a training video for job seekers. For more information regarding WorkForce West Virginia and the Statewide Virtual Job Fairs, visit the WorkForce West Virginia website or contact them by email. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
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WorkForce WV announces new text campaign for their Unemployment Insurance program
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — WorkForce West Virginia announced a new text campaign in tandem with their Unemployment Insurance (UI) Program effort to connect those unemployed or underemployed in the Mountain state with helpful resources. According to a press release, text messages from WorkForce West Virginia will be from the phone number, 1-800-252-5627, and will never ask for information such as your Social Security Number, Personal Identification Number, or bank details. Governor Morrisey signs food dye ban into law This is an excellent opportunity to reach eligible West Virginians and share necessary information to ensure that everyone who qualifies for UI benefits can successfully navigate the application process and receive the support they need. However, WorkForce West Virginia will never include links in text messages. If action is required, you will be directed to visit your local unemployment office or our official website for more information. WorkForce will not communicate information related to specific claims or awards via text message and will never request your sensitive information. Scott Adkins | Acting Commissioner, WorkForce West Virginia Messages coming from those pretending to work with WorkForce may try to steal your information. If you receive a message that asks for sensitive information or tries to get you to click a link, do not reply to them. Report it by visiting WorkForce's website and navigating to Report Suspected Fraud. If you wish to no longer receive text updates, you may opt out at any time, the release stated. 27th annual Women's Expo celebrates Women's History Month and small businesses The UI program is a vital support system for those and their families experiencing unemployment or underemployment, allowing them to access assistance until they find full-time employment. To be eligible, individuals must have lost their job through no fault of their own or be working less than full-time. Those accepted into the program must be available and able to work full-time. Staff can assist people regarding requirements and filing claims as needed. Those that meet the criteria are urged to file their UI claims online on the WorkForce website. For those with limited access to the internet or computers, local offices are ready to assist in filing claims. For more information regarding the UI program or to file a claim, visit the WorkForce website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
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Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits available for communities affected by storms and flooding in February 2025
WEST VIRGINIA (WVNS) — Governor Morrisey and WorkForce West Virginia announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are available for communities affected by storms and flooding in February. According to a press release, the availability of Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits are available for people in Mercer, McDowell, Wyoming, and Mingo counties, which were named major disaster areas, due to flooding in the state in February 2025 was announced by Governor Morrisey and WorkForce West Virginia. Major Disaster Declaration approved by President Trump for counties in West Virginia Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) applies to losses beginning the week of February 16 for eligible people impacted by the severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. Full-time workers, part-time workers, and self-employed part-time individuals can be eligible for benefits. The last payable week of this emergency benefit ends August 30 as long as your unemployment or loss of self-employment continues as a result of the disaster. Eligibility for DUA benefits will be determined on a week-to-week basis for each week you file your claim. Scott Adkins | Acting Director of WorkForce West Virginia People who live or work in the mentioned counties and lost their job because of the storms and aftermath of the storms can apply for federal unemployment benefits, however any claims will need to be filed before April 28, 2025. The disaster number is #DR-4861. FEMA teams head to McDowell County The benefits will be available to people who are self-employed, including farmers, who are not often included in unemployment insurance benefits. Individuals who apply for the DUA benefits will need to show proof of past earnings, such as business records or bank statements and income tax forms, no more than 21 days after filing the application. People who were unemployed due to the severe storms will need to contact WorkForce West Virginia by phone 304-558-3340 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. or by email ucpolicy@ People who are eligible for DUA benefits include: Those who are unable to reach their job or self-employment location because they need to travel through the affected area and are prevented from doing so by the disaster. People who were to commence employment or self-employment but were stopped by the disaster. Individuals who became the breadwinner or major support for a household because of the death of the head of the household due to the disaster. Those who cannot work or perform services in self-employment because of an injury caused as a direct result of the disaster. Testing offered in McDowell County for well water affected by flooding Unemployment is a direct result of the major disaster if the unemployment was caused by: The physical damage or destruction of the place of employment. The physical inaccessibility of the place of employment due to its closure by the federal, state or local government in immediate response to the disaster. Lack of work, or loss of revenues, if, before the disaster, the employer or self-employed business received at least a majority of its revenue or income from an entity in the major disaster area that was damaged or destroyed in the disaster or an entity in the major disaster area closed by the federal, state or local government. Not only does WorkForce West Virginia help file DUA claims, they also offer reemployment services, such as job search assistance, resume services, and job placement. Additional information, or to report fraud, can be found by calling 1-800-252-JOBS (5627). Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
