I have been with Cenetene for almost 3 years. This is becoming more of a prison sentence than anything. They are constantly buying out companies. Where is people going after Cenetene? I need a change fast, but feel like I’m enslaved to my salary. :-(... — read more
Topics regarding layoffs at Centene Corp.
HLK - what can state plans expect?
We were told last year that the HLK marketing move would start Jan 1. What can people at the state plans expect to happen soon?
What would you consider to be a decent severance package?
A friend was recently laid off from a different company and he was enraged because he found the one week per year severance to be insulting. I have to say, I agree with him. At least Centene offers a decent severance package (if things haven't... — read more
Magellan employee here. Any insight into what to expect with Centene acquisition?
Hello, I learned that we were acquired by Centene and I was reading the boards about the Wellcare acquisition from a year ago and it sounds like they laid off redundant roles like HR, IT, marketing and all the managers so just wondering if anyone can... — read more
Where there’s a will there’s a way
After months of searching I finally landed a better job and gave my 2 weeks’ notice. My manager was taken aback because I never gave any indication of being unhappy. He actually tried to convince me to remain, but I was adamant on leaving. Then he... — read more
Where is Centene actually going? Look at their investments and direction.
Centene was the lead investor in an $18 million Series B round for Diameter Health, an enterprise data interoperability developer... — read more
It is now time to say adieu
To all of you talented legacy Centene folks, I know that today is the last day of work for some of you. I know that you will land on your feet because you have done tremendous work throughout the years. You faced challenges and obstacles and you have... — read more
It’s not as bad as it seems
I felt the company brought me to my knees when I was laid off in August - but it didn’t. I thought I couldn’t find employment when millions were out of work - but I did. I have friends who were laid off from their jobs at the same time and all but... — read more
Centene Layoffs 2021
Do you think there may be small/medium/large Centene Layoffs 2021? Any news or rumors?
How much more can we take?
It used to be a lot of work, but now it’s too much. I am literally overwhelmed with work and experiencing burnouts and falling into severe depression. All this time I have been trying to be a good worker and doing everything in the best possible way... — read more
Blow the whistle
How does this effect their hiring incentive and tax write offs in Ca if the numbers don’t add up to what they agreed to !!! Call the Governors office and ask some questions seems shady to me and who says to people if you take a job we won’t pay you... — read more
I hate this nostalgia
I left of my own accord and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve thought of my former team and fellow coworkers. I’ve spent a good number of years building relationships. The long hours we’ve put in only strengthened the bonds that were created. We... — read more
Centene generates $568M in profit in Q3 as WellCare deal takes hold
https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/payer/centene-generates-profit-q3-as-wellcare-deal-takes-hold-and-risk-corridor-payment-settlement The WellCare acquisition boosted total revenue to $29.1 billion for the third quarter, a 53% bump over the same... — read more
The Having Less Knowledge Agency
Funny story. I was talking to someone who has communicated with Centene's new ad agency and this person's impression is that the agency is ill-equipped to handle the work that will be coming their way. This person coined them the "Having Less... — read more
What happened to Centene?
I worked at "legacy Centene" and was lucky enough to have gotten away before I was affected by this later round of layoffs. And it's so sad to learn what has befallen my former colleagues. It's such a sad state of affairs. Layoffs are a part of... — read more
Ready yourself and your resume
A theory going around is that Centene is being stripped of staff (e.g. outsourcing of marketing, IT; pushing positions to the markets) to be more attractive as a candidate to be sold whole at maximum value to a big acquirer who can get it past the... — read more
Any regrets from those who left?
I know quite a few people have left in the past several months. While I commend your bravery, I have to ask, any regrets? I wouldn't mind leaving myself, but I don't think I can find a place with more job security right now (I'm not saying we have... — read more
See you all on LinkedIn this weekend!
The ship is sinking. The captain is asleep. And the replacement crew has no training (no training in ships, but they totally have training in bicycles so that’s why they are onboard). Time to jump ship my friends.
Happy 2-Week Anniversary to the Unappreciated, Undervalued Marketers at Centene
Yes, that's right. It has been 2 weeks since the rug got pulled from under you. 2 weeks since you had the dumbest decision ever slam dunked in your face. 2 weeks since you realized that the company you work for is being led by mo–ns (or maybe you... — read more
Be Aware of Retention Compensation Plans
I have been following the news. And I can say that this is ripe for a retention compensation package. I've seen this with many companies I have worked with and many professionals who have come to me for consultation. Retention compensation packages... — read more
Reputation
Word on the agency street is HLK sells way better than their actual ability to do the work. The turnover is high for a reason.
Centene: M.W.A.
Centene management, before you call a meeting to discuss how unprofessional these posts are...DON'T. You don't get to tell us how to feel. You don't get to tell us how how to react. You forfeit that when you treat us like garbage! So I'm going to... — read more
Centene Marketing Disposables - Check your state's employment laws
Please check the employment laws in your state. Ensure that you know what your rights are. Because believe me, I will be doing the same. I will contact every attorney/friend that I know to get me in touch with a labor attorney to ensure that my... — read more
Centene Marketers - THEY NEED YOU MORE THAN YOU NEED THEM
Please remember that. Centene needs you more than you need them. And HLK needs you more than you need them. I know having a steady income is crucial. It is paramount. We have mortgages. We have bills. We have medical expenses. We have kids in... — read more
CENTENE - Cindy & Michael sitting in a tree...D-E-S-T-R-O-Y
Well here's a little story all about how my life got flipped turned upside down and I'd like to take a minute just sit right there and I'll tell you how Cindy Jansky destroyed a Marketing Department at Centene: Cindy Janksy was a 20-year veteran... — read more
Centene is a virus!
Thank you Michael Neidorff. Thank you for your commitment to your Centene family. And by family I mean your shareholders. Not the hard working people who sustain your company. The long hours. The long days. The long weeks. The long weekends. Thank... — read more
more layoffs in california
Centene just layed off some legacy wellcare IT folk, a sr mgr, and mgr. guessing this is just a couple of MANY that are being quietly done. SYNERGY!
MFN announcement about Charlotte location
MFN announced they will be building and hiring for a Charlotte, NC location. He said if things don't get better in STL, this could be the new HQ. Sad that they are hiring there, yet laying off long time employees in St. Louis! Sadly, St. Louis... — read more
Does anyone know what is going on at the place
What is going on with the dental provider area. This is the place where they update information of dental places like state verification, addresses, the names of people, location changes, phone numbers, additions, terminations, other office changes... — read more
More layoffs
Health Net, California based for centene, just laid off 150 folks, no real solid reasons given Any ideas on who is next?
Will layoffs continue?
Centene laid off 80 people last week in the Florida offices. Managers, supervisors and regular staff, some with over a decade of tenure. No reason given besides economic impact of covid. Does anybody know if there are plans for more layoffs in... — read more
I recommend that anyone looking for another place to avoid this specific locaation.
I was an account administrator at aetna and it was very bad. This was posted in indeed and I agree with it completely. I am including it here on this post to warn everyone that you may want to avoid this particular location, even if there is... — read more
How much many does Centene offer for severance?
Anyone has an idea? Have we had a thread on this before?
Let's try to consolidate Coronavirus discussions in this thread: COVID19/ Centene
What will happen next and were will this take us?
Trillium in Eugene, Oregon - 70 laid off
Trillium offices in Eugene, Oregon laid off staff off on February 14, company leadership said there was a reduction of 60 to 70 here, going from 445 to 380 positions. I know more layoffs are coming.
ECS Town hall on 3/5
Enterprise clinical solutions town hall on March 5th. Could this be lay-off day for most of Optum? I am currently in case management.
Info on layoffs
Trillium offices in Eugene,Oregon are laying staff off on February 14, company leadership said there would be a reduction of 60 to 70 here, going from 445 to 380 positions. I know more layoffs are coming. Posted on top from @1osnw+125rc6hR for... — read more
Severance?
Question for those laid off last week: what kind of severance were you offered? Have there been any changes compared to previous rounds/years? I'd really appreciate an answer.
Expect more layoffs due to the merger
WellCare has been hard after the deal closed. It’s not over yet. Nearly 150-200 laid off in the first full week after the acquisition. Expect more in week #2. It will continue in waves at least quarterly. Looks like we'll be feeling the effects... — read more