Topics regarding layoffs at Centene Corp.

Topics regarding layoffs at Centene Corp.

Shaping Centene Survey

So my supervisor was coaching us on what and what not to say in the survey as if he was worried about how it would reflect him. What is the reason for this survey? I really want to expose what's been going on with all the supervisors playing... — read more 

distribution of work problem

I really appreciate my colleagues and I don’t think it’s their fault nor do I think people should be overwhelmed with work. However, the distribution of work here is simply not fair and I would say that the situation is worse than ever on this point... — read more 

Layoffs WH

Did anyone get laid off yesterday? I heard WH had layoffs yesterday. ☹️

Expected Layoffs for OH due to Lawsuit and Q1 results?

So due to the AG in Ohio filing lawsuit in March, and the drop in the stock price for Centene, what do you think probability is of layoffs on OH? When layoffs occurred from Centene was there a notice or was it immediate? Which departments were let go... — read more 

Using the pandemic as an excuse

I've noticed that during this crisis two types of companies emerged. Those that tried their hardest to help their employees and avoid cuts as much as they could and those that saw this as a great opportunity to get rid of as many people as they can... — read more 

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Hiring freeze

Now that Centene has released financial results for the first quarter that indicate a strong start in 2021 with solid revenue and earnings growth, I wonder if the much–speculated hiring freeze will end. I have seen someone ask this question in... — read more 

What an irony

I wanted to constantly give this company 150 percent of myself, I gave my best, I tried to keep my performance flawless... I ignored the stress I was facing, until that stress affected my health. Although I wouldn't be in poor health if I weren't... — read more 

Temp employee strung along

I have been a temp employee with multiple rounds of contract renewal but no offer for permanent role. Do you all think the Q2 results will mean the hiring freeze is removed? Should I quit since they keep stringing me along?

Q1 pretty good for the company

https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/payer/centene-raises-guidance-as-q1-profit-soars-to-699m Everything's up from Q4 2020 of course but the kicker in the deck in the article is about halfway down: "The results fell short of Wall Street expectations... — read more 

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He's #1 again...MFN's

"The CEOs of Centene, HCA Healthcare and AbbVie are among the highest-paid chief executives of the largest U.S. companies, according to Equilar. The study showed that median CEO compensation was $15.5 million in 2020, down 1.6 percent from $15.7... — read more 

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Is it possible to return?

If I was laid off, can I submit an application for one of the available openings right now? I wasn't here for long before I was laid off so severance is not an issue. If you're wondering why I'd even want to come back, I don't have many available... — read more 

HealthNet

I know people who were laid off back in March their last day is 5/14 per severance. Does anyone know of anymore layoffs? Any insight would help.

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Relationship with colleagues

I had great colleagues who left this company, some were laid off and it was a real pleasure to work with them. We are still in touch and in general I am glad to hear that they have found much better jobs. On the other hand, some new colleagues who... — read more 

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This is unbearable

I have a question: how many of you believe working at Centene is going to become less stressful any time soon? I mean, it was never a walk in the park but the latest layoffs have really pushed things to a whole new level. I’m honestly not sure how... — read more 

No need for NC?

Seems odd that the company would be spending millions on new real estate – especially a large facility in North Carolina when they’ve spent over a year not really using the real estate they already have. Millions...if not hundreds of millions could... — read more 

You need to be looking

Job security is a thing of the past at Centene. Most of us will find our name on a layoffs list sooner or later. Now is the best time to start looking for an alternative. After all, it’s ten times easier to find a job when you already have one than... — read more 

Money at any cost

Employees, vendors, brokers, members and providers have been affected by the lack of professionalism, communications, training and faulty IT systems, the merge resulted to be a huge disaster for everybody because lack of execution by management, and... — read more 

How safe is severance?

If I start a new job soon after being laid off is there any way for Centene to find out? And if the company finds out is there any way it can ask for a portion (or a whole) of my severance back? I have a nice employment opportunity I just don't know... — read more 

Michigan layoffs?

Anyone know or hear anything about any more Michigan layoffs. Specifically for Meridian/ WellCare legacy employees. They just let 3000 go in March and we are being thrown around, doing more work with no pay increase, all getting burnt out. I have a... — read more 

No communication

Have most depts had less communication from management since Feb lay off notices? All of our team mtgs and 1:1s are rescheduled frequently and some even canceled. There has been no chance to communicate.

2 more waves to come

Well due to Ohio filing lawsuit against Centene. BUCKEYE and involve, looks like we will have more layoffs. Mississippi has an investigation open as well. Not looking good for Centene at all for 2021, looks like the company will not have as much... — read more 

Severance

Has anyone received their severance or know when it's to pay out? I'm starting to get nervous.

I'm ready to move on

I'm not resentful towards the company, I've spent many happy years here. Still, there have been so many changes for the worse lately that I realize if I don't want to become unhappy with my life due to work, I need to make a change. I wish all of you... — read more 

How would you like them to inform you?

I feel sorry for the people who will be badly affected in the second round of layoffs, but I sincerely hope that I will be in that round. I need some rest. What I would also like is to be notified by email and that’s it! Some people complain that... — read more 

Meeting on 4/28 HealthNet

Does anyone know what the big meeting is for on 4/28? Title (WH&IN) with one HR person listed. To the people that were recently laid off,was your layoff email titled the same way?

Layoffs at CVS

Since WellCare is going through a Merger soon to be Envolve, are many layoffs coming soon for employees who work for CVS and support WellCare? From reading It seems that no one is safe and this is a very uncertain time. If we are like go or laid off... — read more 

ARPA email

Has anyone received the email from Ceneten Benefits about ARPA? I first received a letter from CYC with high Cobra rates I waved it (TOO expensive) now I get this email that we are being covered at 100%. So what’s next? I waved it prior too this new... — read more 

Layoff wasn’t the worst experience?

I thought the layoff was my worst experience here, but it wasn’t. When I thought about it a little better, there were a lot worse things than getting laid off. This company is best seen from a distance. I endured it all in fear of losing my job... — read more 

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Personal Items

Those that were laid off during the last round, have you received your personal items that were left in or on your desk? There is no way I was informed of being laid off back in February provided address and still have not received my personal items... — read more 

Favoritism is becoming more and more obvious?

I really don’t know any way forward other than to leave this company as soon as possible. No matter what your performance is, nothing can be done in this company if you are not among the favorite ones. They may be the worst employees, but the value... — read more 

Why is Centene hiring???

So close to major layoffs, why are hiring people? Just go look at the usual suspects: Glassdoor, Indeed, LinkedIn, and similar sites. There are hundreds of openings, most of which have been posted after the layoffs. Why? I thought we needed to reduce... — read more 

Judged in interviews

Hey guys, just curious. Do you ever feel judged in your interviews when you state you were part of a layoff? Before, I interviewed and had no problem getting the job. Now it feels as if they look at me as if I did something wrong. I don’t even get so... — read more 

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