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Employee-Add - Sharedwork - Washington
Employee-Add - Sharedwork is a legal document that was released by the Washington State Employment Security Department - a government authority operating within Washington.
FAQ
Q: What is the SharedWork program in Washington?
A: The SharedWork program in Washington is an alternative to layoffs that allows employers to reduce the hours of their employees while providing them with partial unemployment benefits.
Q: Who can participate in the SharedWork program in Washington?
A: Employers in Washington state and their employees can participate in the SharedWork program.
Q: How does the SharedWork program work?
A: Under the SharedWork program, employers can reduce the hours of their employees by as much as 50%, and the employees will receive partial unemployment benefits to help compensate for the reduction in hours.
Q: What are the benefits for employers participating in the SharedWork program?
A: Employers who participate in the SharedWork program can retain their trained workforce and avoid the costs of recruiting and training new employees once business conditions improve.
Q: What are the benefits for employees participating in the SharedWork program?
A: Employees who participate in the SharedWork program can keep their jobs, maintain their employment benefits, and receive partial unemployment benefits to help offset the reduction in income.
Q: How long can employees participate in the SharedWork program?
A: Employees can participate in the SharedWork program for up to 52 weeks.
Q: Are there any eligibility requirements for employers to participate in the SharedWork program?
A: Yes, employers must meet certain eligibility requirements, such as having at least two full-time employees who would be affected by the reduction in hours.
Q: Are there any eligibility requirements for employees to participate in the SharedWork program?
A: Yes, employees must meet certain eligibility requirements, such as being a regular, full-time employee and having a qualifying reduction in their normal weekly hours.
Q: Are there any specific industries or businesses that are not eligible for the SharedWork program?
A: No, most industries and businesses in Washington state are eligible for the SharedWork program, including for-profit, non-profit, and government entities.
Form Details:
- Released on February 1, 2018;
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