Benefits Can Allow Employers to Keep Employees During Covid-19

Employers can help bridge the gap during Covid-19 with job sharing, partial unemployment and standby. Employees who meet WA State Employment Security qualifications can stay with their employers during the Covid-19 pandemic and receive unemployment benefits.

Washington workers who need to take time off from work due to a serious health condition or to care for a family member with a serious health condition may qualify for WA Paid Family and Medical Leave.

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