Is PA CareerLink required?

If your local labor market is within Pennsylvania (either you live in PA, or commute to PA for work) you must register for employment-search services through PA CareerLink®.

Can PA CareerLink help with unemployment?

Please note that PA CareerLink Chester County staff do not work for Unemployment Compensation and are not qualified to answer questions regarding your specific claim. Please find a link to the UC Frequently Asked Questions, which may be helpful in addressing your initial concerns or issues.

Is Pa requiring job search for unemployment?

If you’re getting unemployment benefits in Pennsylvania, there’s been an important change you need to know: You now have to show that you’re looking for work in order to continue receiving payments. Known as a “work search requirement,” that requisite — which had been suspended during the pandemic — resumed July 18.

Will PA CareerLink pay for CDL training?

Does the PA CareerLink® pay for training and/or education? Yes, the PA CareerLink® can pay for certain trainings / further education depending on the individual’s circumstances and current high demand occupations.

How do I contact Pua in PA?

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA): Manage PUA Claim….​Telephone Self-Service:

  1. PAULA virtual assistance (general questions): 1-833-755-0882.
  2. Weekly claims filing: 888-255-4728 | Español: 877-888-8104.
  3. PA Treasury for changes to your payment method or tracking a lost payment: 877-869-1956.

What is CareerLink?

CareerLink is a community-based, regional career development service delivered by Skillset with support from Regional Development Australia and funded by the Australian Government.

Will Pa extend unemployment benefits?

Congress passed an extension of the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) program on March 11, 2021, and brought back the Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (PUC) program that now provides an extra $300 until the week ending September 4th, 2021.