Membres sans emploi

Bien que nous travaillions fort tous les jours pour négocier des contrats qui atténuent les effets de la cupidité des entreprises et du commerce déloyal, il arrive que les travailleurs aient besoin d’une aide supplémentaire, que ce soit en raison d’un lock-out, d’une mise à pied ou d’un ralentissement économique.

Le Syndicat des Métallos a rassemblé ces ressources pour servir de point de départ aux travailleurs qui pourraient être en congé. Nous comprenons que la perspective de se retrouver sans emploi peut être intimidante. Alors que les travailleuses et travailleurs prennent soin de leur santé financière et émotionnelle, notre syndicat continue de les soutenir. Veuillez nous contacter si vous avez besoin d’aide pour trouver quelqu’un à qui parler.

Apply for Unemployment

It’s important to apply for unemployment as soon as possible, as it can sometimes takes time for the payments to be processed. Each state has specific rules, so follow the requirements where you live.

Begin the Job Search

There is a network of career centers across the country that can help with the job search process. Exact services can vary from state to state and location to location, but these centers offer a wide variety of resources to aid in finding reemployment. Your local union may also be able to help alert you to job opportunities at other USW-represented locations that may become available.

Assess Your Finances

Budgeting is obviously important when facing a loss in income, so it’s important to gather and assess your financial information as quickly as possible. USW members and associate members are eligible for a wide range of services like credit counseling through UnionPlus.

Explore Health Care Options

There are a number of healthcare options for out-of-work members to ensure your family is covered, from COBRA to the CHIP program. While COBRA can come with significant monthly payments, some USW members may be eligible for subsidy programs.

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Keep Your House

One of the scariest parts of not working is the prospect of losing one’s home. To help, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers a guide to avoid foreclosure. The non-profit Homeownership Preservation Foundation also provides a toll-free hotline (888-995-HOPE), as well as a website to guide homeowners who may be in danger of foreclosure.

Dislocated Worker Programs

State-sponsored dislocated worker programs may provide additional services, such as upskilling programs. Your employer or union may initiate these services through your state’s Dislocated Worker Unit or state Rapid Response team. (Note: This is not the same as the USW Rapid Response program.)

Tap Into Community Resources

Through the AFL-CIO Central Labor Councils, out-of-work members can find information and available resources at places like the United Way in your community.

Besoin de plus d’informations ?

Le Syndicat des Métallos est là pour vous. Si vous êtes actuellement sans emploi et que vous avez des besoins ou des préoccupations supplémentaires, veuillez nous le faire savoir !

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