unemplogo.jpg (50480 bytes) The Division of Unemployment Insurance serves workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary income maintenance during their period of unemployment and making referrals to re-employment services.

The Division also serves employers by ensuring that only those unemployed individuals meeting all eligibility criteria receive UI benefits, thereby protecting future increases in employer tax rates and the solvency of Delaware’s UI Trust Fund.

PROFILING PROGRAM

Changes in technology and international trade have caused changes in the U.S. economy and, consequently, changes in the labor market. Workers who held jobs in a plant that has closed, or who possess skills that are no longer in demand may find themselves permanently separated from their employers, with no similar jobs available. The Profiling Program was designed to minimize the affects of these trends in the workforce and help individuals obtain gainful employment.

Public Law 103-152 provides that all States must "profile" unemployment insurance claimants for job search assistance. All unemployment insurance claimants must be profiled using information obtained when filing for benefits. Using information regarding a claimant's job history, the Division of Unemployment Insurance determines whether he/she qualifies for program participation. A random selection process is then used on those who qualify to determine who will participate in the "Profiling Program". If you are selected, participation is mandatory.

The Profiling Program is being jointly administered by the Division of Unemployment Insurance and the Division of Employment and Training - two of the divisions of the Department of Labor which help people who are unemployed.

PROFILING PROGRAM PARTICIPATION:

If you are selected to participate in the program, you will receive a letter of notification explaining the program in more detail. Should you be selected to participate: Unemployment Insurance and Employment and Training will dedicate extra resources and staff time to develop a strategic plan to maximize your opportunity to obtain advantageous employment.

You are required to maintain your eligibility for Unemployment Insurance benefits and attend those activities which will be needed in your efforts to return to work.

Your Unemployment Insurance Benefits May Be At Risk If You Do Not Comply With The Requirements Of The Program.