Washington

Apply for Unemployment Insurance (UI) Benefits

Information on how to file a UI claim in Washington. Includes eligibility requirements, forms and publications and links to apply for benefits.

Disability & Business Technical Assistance Center (DBTAC): Northwest Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Center

Provides training, information and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to businesses, consumers, schools and government agencies within the Northwest Region (AK, ID, OR and WA).

Tacoma Area Coalition for Individuals with Disabilities

Nonprofit organization provides Tacoma and Pierce County individuals with information and referral in the areas of vocational education, job training and advocacy with job related issues.

VA Seattle Regional Office

Contact information for the VA Seattle Regional Office, which administers VA benefits to eligible Veterans and family members. VA benefits include education, home loans, compensation and pension, vocational rehabilitation, life insurance and survivor benefits.

Veteran's Business Development Officers in Washington

Contact information for Veteran's Business Officers in the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Washington offices, who can help Veterans prepare and plan to become entrepreneurs.

Washington Centers for Independent Living (CILs)

List of Washington CILs, which are private, non-profit organizations that provide services relating to employment, health care and living skills that support the independence of individuals with disabilities.

Washington Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) Committee Contact List

List of Washington ESGR Committee contacts. Each committee has trained volunteer ombudsmen who help resolve issues between employers and their employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve. Services may include Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) information, informal mediation and referral services to resolve conflicts.

Washington Military Friendly Employers

Identifies businesses partnering with the Army that will interview or hire soldiers transferring to civilian jobs. Also provides a list of military friendly employers in the State of Washington from the ArmyPays Job Map.

Washington One-Stop Career Centers

List of One-Stop Career Centers in Washington, which provide vocational guidance, assistance in obtaining employment and training opportunities and referrals to support or case management services for individuals with significant barriers to employment. Veterans are given priority for certain job opportunities.

Washington Small Business Development Center

Links to regional offices where entrepreneurs can receive comprehensive resources and assistance in starting a business.

Washington State Business Leadership Network

A network of employers who educate and support businesses to hire, retain and improve customer service for people with disabilities.

Washington State Department of Social & Health Services Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Offers programs and services that help Washington residents with disabilities go to work or stay independent in their homes and communities.

Washington State Governor's Committee on Disability Issues & Employment

Works to identify issues and concerns pertaining to the rights and needs of people with disabilities and works to empower such individuals to take control over their own lives.

Washington State WorkSource Centers

Offers employment and training-related services for workers, youth and businesses, including job search assistance, vocational counseling and help with resume writing. Comprehensive One-Stop Career Centers also have Veterans and vocational rehabilitation personnel onsite.

Washington Veterans Conservation Corps

Provides volunteer opportunities and valuable job skills on projects that help protect and restore Washington's rivers, streams, lakes, marine waters and open lands.
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