Being laid off from your job is one of the most traumatic events you can experience in life. However, you do not need to go through this transition alone. Working with your employer, some rapid response services and resources can be brought to you on-site at your company before your layoff date.
The Rapid Response team will provide you with information on how to maintain an income (unemployment insurance), information on health insurance options, access to skills upgrading and training resources, and much more. Services and resources vary by state and by specific layoff situation, so be sure to attend Rapid Response sessions when they are offered so that you are aware of the full array of benefits for which you may be eligible.
Applicable Counties
- Statewide
What to expect
During Rapid Response, specialists trained to help you cope with job change will gather information about your current skills, your career interests, and other needs and begin to organize the services necessary to help you return to work. At orientation meetings, you will be informed about services and benefits designed to help you get back on your feet, including:
- Career counseling and job search assistance
- Resume preparation and interviewing skills workshops
- Unemployment Insurance
- Local labor market information
- Education and training opportunities
- Health benefit information