They extended the deadline from last thursday to wed the 12th at 12pm CST...what kind of BS is going on... Last week, we shared that team members could withdraw their application by contacting the VSP inbox. If you are interested in withdrawing your... — read more
3 weeks from today
Well since they changed the timeframe of the VSP acceptance process from the 15th to the 27th, what are people actual thoughts on the extended window now. Does it mean more people than expected accepted the VSP or not enough and they want to see what... — read more
Noticing job postings for centene
How is there a hiring freeze with new positions posted at a lower pay range? They are literally playing in our faces and it’s disappointing to witness.
Holiday spirit gone
I usually love this time of year, but I couldn't get into it this weekend. The constant stress of this job has just su-ked all the happiness out of me.
London Calling (non vsp)
Do you think Sarah London has any idea who The Clash even are. This has bugged me for a long time.
Why are people so nervous?
If you accepted the offer, why are you still nervous? This is an honest question. If I got it, I'd have accepted it and been relieved. I don't understand all the anxiety over a longer wait. Either you get approved, which is what you wanted, or you... — read more
401k/Fidelity
Anyone else not have their money go into their account after this last paycheck on Thursday?
Do you think the VSP dates change due to the many VSP they received?
Just thinking there is a delay due to having to go thousands of VSP applications.
Serious question about VSP. If you were offered a job, but had to start prior to Sept 1 or 4. Take it?
or take package. And also in a debate about even giving 2 weeks notice at this point when they want me out anyway.
I don't know how leadership sleeps at night, while we are changing people one person at a time.
Executive Base Salary Stock Awards Cash Incentive Other Benefits* Total Compensation Sarah M... — read more
ALSO not Layoff related but need some feedback
Is it normal that your PL calls you while on short term disability from work and asks multiple questions about my health and how I'm coming along and what my thoughts are about coming back to work. I don't like to stir things but the calls and texts... — read more
And now we wait???
Initially, I was saying eff this... after 15 years - and they pull this stunt, let me take the money and run - but then I added up the taxes and considering that I have yet to get a single interview for ANYTHING... I decided to change my answer to... — read more
Anyone Told Directly by leadership they need to take VSP
There have been several in my department that were told indirectly that the need to take the VSP. People know way more than they were letting on.
Sick Time & PTO question
Does Centene payout sick time and PTO when you resign, Or just the PTO? I don’t think I’m going to wait on the VSP or see if I’m impacted by the layouts.
Not Layoff related
As the title suggests, has anyone noticed an uptick of downvotes lately on this site on posts that are not saying positive things to say about centene? Uppers are hiding on this website? Lets see how many downvotes this post receives
Exhausted but can't rest
The anxiety is keeping me awake. There are too many questions and not enough answers. I just want this whole thing to be over.
It'll work out, trust me
I get that people are anxious about what's coming, but it's probably not going to be as bad as you think. There are so many other companies doing interesting work with better compensation and a much healthier environment. Leaving Centene might turn... — read more
I don’t understand the idea that too many people took the VSP offer
Every applicant is subject to approval. So they can control the numbers regardless of if more or less people applied than anticipated. For them to change the notification date by that much, I think there is something more going on.
Northwell, Fidelis face network split affecting 240,000
“Transforming the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time.” If the Northwell/Fidelis dispute isn’t resolved, that’s certainly one way to transform a community of up to 240,000 members. _“We do what’s right, not what’s... — read more
The Hampton? Wimbledon? Taylor Swift’s wedding?
Wherever are fearless/feckless leader is spending the 4th, just know that you have made thousands of people and their families miserable this year. And yes, you definitely give off Swiftie vibes.
If you ever had any doubt about just how much you are valued here….
Understand that them moving the dates around at their discretion is quite the biggest indicator that they care nothing about you or your family. It’s a for profit business and I get that. But don’t patronize me with all the CenTeam stuff. It’s a lie... — read more
Telling your PL?
If you applied for the VSP did/are you telling your PL? I did not. If my PL asks I will tell them I did. I wonder if my PL applied if they would tell the team?
PDM?
Anyone have any suspicions as to how Provider Data Management teams across the company will be affected? My team (Wellcare Medicare of Connecticut) was already cut significantly once in 2024 because we exited the Vermont market then, and this year we... — read more
Restructuring has already started
Many new positions over the last few months have came up doing the same exact jobs that are already in place. QMCA’s were implemented that replicate member advocates, case managers, and patient care advocates.. they are doing the same work leaving... — read more
July 2, 2026 11:59 pm
The time is almost near🥺 Not long ago I was reminding myself how blessed I am. And how I hope to get to retire from Centene. I never thought it would be this soon though. Alot of years with a lot of good memories that I will always cherish. We had... — read more
“I won’t back down; no, I won’t back down” – Tom Petty if he was singing up for the VSP
The Eastern time zone deadline is less than two hours away, and things are getting incredibly real and emotional. Despite persistent fear trying to convince me to change my mind with what time I have left, I know I am making the right choice by... — read more
The countdown continues….
I did not apply for the VSP. I hope it’s not a mistake for me. Best of luck to everyone! I hope everybody gets what they want.
Unemployment
I confirmed with someone high up that employees who accept the VSP will be listed as “voluntary quit” and not laid off. You should check with your state unemployment department to find out if you will qualify or not. As a part of the VSP, you also... — read more
Recommendations for a Life Coaching Counselor:(
I really wish they would have a counselor or someone to help us navigate through this because some of us are so unsure what to do. We got some people who are like "what's the big deal" 🙄 Then we got some people who are like "what just happened"... — read more
Health Net
Does anyone have any insight into what’s coming down the road for California restructuring wise?
Can’t take leave
Called VSap hotline to see if I can take maternity leave ( baby will be taken tomorrow due to preeclampsia) they say if I take any type of leave then I forfeit the right to get the VSP, it su-ks because I wasn’t planning to deliver early. I’m sure my... — read more
What's the difference between the VSP and severance?
Is it drastic or are they similar?
Conspiracy?
So if one applies for VSP and gets declined. Supposedly they can still lay off that same employee later but now without the additional bonus weeks offered in VSP. Isn't that questionable? A possible law suit? I mean if they deny a significant... — read more
Cha cha changes (expect a rough ride)
BUCKLE UP - There is no legal limit on how many times a company can alter a Voluntary Separation Program (VSP) offer before you sign it. An employer can revise, amend, or even cancel the offer entirely anytime prior to your acceptance.However, after... — read more
Benefits
since Leadership has seemed to have completely f*ck this up, what are some benefits you think would incentivize you to stay? for me, it's the PTO policy. 18 days use it or lose it is ridiculous. and not getting another week until 8 YEARS of... — read more
What A Cluster...
I think it's very possible that more people applied than what they anticipated. imagine if the target was 8,000 eliminations and they received 12,000 applications... but of those 12,000 applications, only 3,000 were on the elimination list. they... — read more
Theory
I don’t think their plan backfired at all. I think it is going exactly the way they intended for it to go. Without having to issue a single WARN notice and look “bad” to investors, they manipulated a huge chunk of their workforce to “quit” their jobs... — read more
Let's Pull Up The Receipts...
it feels like we're being gaslit... as if we didn't hear what leadership said and read the program information and FAQs. I pulled the receipts. quotes from Sarah's 6/15 Calling: "we are sitting here today as a result of policy changes and market... — read more
Preemptive Restructuring
Has anyone been removed from their team and put on temporary assignment with no team or supervisor to report to since the VSP came out? Curious if people that have were already slated to be cut loose. Seems odd they would restructure before the VSPs... — read more
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