#jobsecurity

Coming to Centene was the worst decision I've ever made. I was thrilled when they offered me the position. Now I wish I'd never taken it.

Then I did some research. I looked at every company in our industry that I might apply to and I found they all have the same problems we do. Same complaints on the forums, same issues with management, and same uncertainty. So what's the point? I'd be jumping from one sinking ship to another. For now, I'm staying with what I know.

Are you taking the severance or are you applying for a new role?

If you're planning to leave (and who isn't, right?) here's some advice from someone who's been around. Pay and title matter, but culture and environment matter even more. I focused too much on the first two and ignored the rest. Don't make the same mistake.

If you're smart, you should have been actively looking and applying for a job from the start of the year, if not sooner. No one is safe here, and I think that's been blatantly telegraphed for a while now. This is not the same company I joined 15 years ago, that's for sure.

https://commonwealthbeacon.org/economy/coca-colas-northampton-plant-closing-will-trigger-175-layoffs/

I'm curious how people who were laid off are doing with their job search. Is the market brutal or are you finding opportunities? Would love to hear from anyone still checking in.

Reference - https://www.hcamag.com/au/specialisation/hr-technology/all-our-human-developers-could-be-replaced-by-ai-within-a-few-years-sap-boss/579647

Statement of intent which will be moved towards gradual actions!

I heard from people that they training someone to do their job, what does that mean they are done or what?

Friends, I've been at ADP for about 20 years. I've noticed that the most common time for them to do layoffs is the last two weeks of June (right before the start of the new fiscal year). So if we make to July 1, we're probably ok, at least for a little while.

I'm exhausted from the constant worry. When can we finally relax? Will we ever again have some semblance of job security?

Initial unemployment claims in the US fell. This signals that layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty. Employers continue retaining workers due to skilled labor shortages. The Federal Reserve monitors this employment data. Consistent employment aids consumer spending and economic growth.

Washington, D.C., United States

https://brusselsmorning.com/us-weekly-jobless-claims/99520/

Whether more cuts will happen next month or later in the year, everybody should know by now they're coming. The best way to stay sane is to be prepared. Start looking right now, even if you don't plan to leave unless you have to. Have a plan B AND a plan C.

Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) ended 33 employment positions. This action was part of a company restructuring effort. Many affected employees felt blindsided by the decision. Thirty-one individuals reapplied for other company positions. Fifteen individuals secured new job placements.

Memphis, Tennessee

https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/dozens-of-mlgw-employees-blindsided-after-jobs-eliminated-in-restructuring-effort/article_ddd769cc-13ef-44a5-9e18-e0d327ed7f6a.html

Why is it mostly us at Optum that have to worry about our jobs all the time? There are many GL 30 and 31 with no directs over at UHC, while at Optum GL29 has 15 directs. Seems they need an alignment.

Another 67 employees probably have zero job..

The gaming sector anticipates widespread staff reductions. Bungie may cut up to 400 employees due to project issues and investor pressure. Quantic Dream also faces potential cuts of around 115 staff after publishing failures. Reports suggest id Software, Bethesda, and BioWare are also at risk. High development costs and project portfolio reviews contribute to industry instability.

https://hi-tech.ua/en/a-summer-of-mass-layoffs-the-gaming-industry-is-preparing-for-a-new-wave-of-layoffs/

The only thing “American” about the company is the name, because it sure does seem they wanna replace everyone with foreign H1B temps, offshoring outsourcing and Indian contractors. What a complete joke, just change the name to India telecom already 🇮🇳. As we lose our jobs make sure to DUMP their services

I've heard there are some teams and people with various BH licenses not being allowed to make calls and do their role "while they look into it". Supposedly someone noticed something and now they are questioning if they are even allowed to make the outreaches. The timing is fishy. Anyone else heard this or having the experience? I don't feel secure in my role at all.

whoever got laid off, what's going on in you lives in terms of hunting? did you find anything? care to comment a crisp daily routine and approach you are doing to get back on feet again?

The global video game industry has recorded around 3,700 verified job losses in 2026. Total cuts likely exceed 4,000 when unverified reductions are included. The United States accounts for most layoffs, with Epic Games cutting about 1,000 roles. Bungie announced plans to lay off roughly 400 people. Ubisoft also cut around 680 jobs as part of a sweeping restructuring.

https://telanganatoday.com/game-industry-records-3700-layoffs-worldwide-in-2026

OtherSide Entertainment cut 17 jobs. This followed the cancellation of its Argos project. The studio deemed the game unviable in the current market. The job cuts took effect in late May. This reflects ongoing industry pressure for even veteran studios.

https://gamedev.net/news/otherside-entertainment-cuts-17-jobs-after-argos-cancellation-r4009/

Anyone in the Ambetter Regulatory Operations department affected? I’m a Regulatory Operations Analyst and am worried, but haven’t been able to find out much more.

What’s the WARN notice? How does it pertain to being let go?

Dont work here, CISO is a complete a-s hat and has no idea how to do his job. Hopefully new CTO will can his a-s. These folks do not want to do anything right and regularly fire their best employees. You are always on the chopping block here.

https://fathomjournal.org/6f4be010/11abdcfdLCZEHh8cGhUZAQk

Baystate Health recently implemented workforce reductions. These layoffs affected staff in 22 different departments. Longtime employees and information technology workers were impacted. The Massachusetts Nurses Association voiced concern about the job cuts. The union also has an ongoing contract disagreement with Baystate Health.

Springfield, Massachusetts

https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/layoffs-at-baystate-health-spark-nurses-union-concern/

How sc--wed am I?

How likely is it that they eliminate administrative staff? On the one hand, they wouldn't function well without us, on the other hand they constantly underestimate how much operational impact we have. I'm just getting tired of worrying about job stability every couple of years. Maybe it's time to take the exit. IDK...

Some people are getting axed based on profitability today- weren’t on plans, just based on years round performance out of the blue- always make sure that resume is updated- T is never a safe company to work at

From HR here
And shocked with my recent experience.
Had an opening which is not a Visa sponsorship position.
Hiring manager was so mad and ended up convincing his LL4 and my boss and changed to Visa sponsorship. His LL4 and My leadership is also Indian.
Later he confessed to me saying his cousins badly need a Job who is on OPT Visa and has only 30 days, else she have to go back to India..
He even modified the resume to match the Job description..unfortunately HR hands are tight with this as no substantial evidence (except 2 different resumes)

U.S. applications for jobless aid decreased last week. Filings dropped by 4,000 to 226,000. This indicates layoffs remain historically low across the country. The U.S. economy added 172,000 new jobs in May. The unemployment rate currently stands at 4.3%.

https://www.clickondetroit.com/business/2026/06/18/us-filings-for-unemployment-benefits-fall-to-226000-last-week-as-layoffs-remain-historically-low/

John Soules Foods will terminate a sanitation contract. This affects its facility in Tyler. Fortrex currently provides these services there. Dozens of workers face potential job loss. The changes are expected by late June.

Tyler, Texas

https://www.ketk.com/video/layoffs-loom-as-john-soules-food-expected-to-drop-tyler-sanitation-contract/11893810/

Rivian announced staff cuts this week. Under two percent of its staff will be affected. Production workers are not impacted by these cuts. The announcement follows the start of R2 vehicle deliveries. First-quarter 2026 net profit for Rivian decreased by $87 million.

https://www.worktruckonline.com/news/rivian-layoffs-will-not-impact-production-workers-r2-has-launched

https://www.chron.com/texas/article/texas-layoffs-2026-jobs-22309917.php

Union guy here and still waiting for a surplus. There's a job in AUTS so the likelihood of one is pretty low.

Union = Safe

My manager told me not to submit it as we had regular 1:1, should I be worried?

How close are they to the dream of everyone below certain levels being replaced by AI or completely replaced via labor arbitrage?

A rough % is enough.

I am fairly young and beginning my career, I’ve been with centene for 6 years and my VSP contract is not bad. I’m contemplating taking it and walking away but my only concern is that they do not even release my department. I have been through years of “we are rebuilding” and multiple job layoff scares. I have no idea what to do and it’s driving me crazy everyday since London crusty a-s sent that email.

I just started a couple months ago. I love my job, coworkers, and even my boss. I finally enjoy what I do at work but then this happens. I could have an option to work as an apartment manager but I would probably have to leave before August. Is it worth staying? I would hate being an apartment manager but seeing how my last job ended with a layoff I saw recently how horrible the job market is.