Thread regarding Centene Corp. layoffs

@OP, another couple of things to add to what’s been mentioned is there will be double deductions on your last paycheck.
Check P&P in Archer to see if the state you live in a state where they legally have to pay you for accrued unused vacation leave upon separation.
Enjoy your upcoming stress free time off and best wishes where ever you land!

Oh I missed saying this so I am replying to my own comments .. lol ... Sign your papers ASAP and return your laptop ASAP as well. This will help you get on the schedule for when you get your severance paid out. Someone else mentioned that, so I agree. Do not let other chats affect you and upset you. Just follow the steps and you will be in great shape and receive your severance sooner than later, and yes, remember we are all highly taxed (mine was almost 30%). Ok! I think that is it....... GOOD LUCK, peeps! xoxo

I left on 9/4 with the VSP. I took COBRA, the monthly premium went from ~$263.00 (1 dependent) to ~$430.00 starting January. I cannot afford that so I signed up for Marketplace yesterday. So make sure you look at what your premiums will be and make the decision if you will take COBRA or not.
As far as what to do before you leave, make sure to save all the emails received telling you about the VSP (beginning of June from London Calling, then the other ones that came after). You will need those if you are applying for unemployment when you took the VSP (in my case I took it because of what they said. If not enough, they were going to ISP which they did so in a way I felt like I was pushed out the door). The unemployment won't start until the severance period runs out (my case July 2027). I have yet to apply for unemployment.
Save anything personal you have as your access can be shut down at anytime on the exit day. Do not worry about your paychecks as you will still have access to it, but you will use your workday ID, NOT your CIN so make sure the save that number.
Using Copilot, make sure you update your resume while you have access to it. You will be surprised of how much it will be added on the updated version. I created about 12 resumes based on positions I am thinking about applying for. With the severance, I can afford to take a pay cut or a position that is less stressful, so that helps.
After 25+ years of service, I do not regret taking the VSP. I do not miss work. I do not miss anything. I am just thankful for my time and for the severance. I am looking forward, not looking back so make sure you do the same!
Sign up for Built In. There are a lot of positions out there. I wish you all the best! Be positive, be humble, be hopeful because you will land where you want to. Just hang in there! YOU GOT THIS! xoxo

I agree with the post that says don’t listen to what is said here. File for unemployment right away, every state is different, let the state tell you yes or no. Pay attention to the emails that you receive over the last few weeks and read them as they contain important information that you need to login to the sites that you will want information from.

@aw Thank you! My last day is December 11 as well, I was wondering how the process went.

I signed my VSP contract the morning of 9/4. No need to wait for them to send you the link. Go to the VSP website and accept in 2 spots. I turned in my equipment the same week (laptop and phone). IT department told us we didn’t have to worry about any other equipment just those two.

I received the VSP two pay periods later. Be prepared for taxes b/c they taxed a lot. I did not use the cobra insurance - too expensive. I personally, don’t see why people are going for unemployment when the VSP is you voluntarily agreeing to separate, but for the ISP, understandable. Start looking for a job now (if that’s your plan) and plan your exist w/ dignity.

Oh! Don’t let folks on this website worry you. Be realistic with your expectations. Follow the instructions per the package guidelines (not what folks say) and your VSP will come. All the best!!

@OP Great questions, I am also in the same boat and would love to know what to expect. Especially with the timeline of severance and such being so close to the holidays. Best of luck in the future.

@OP See if you’re eligible for unemployment, and take it. And if you’re not retiring, be prepared to get a couple of responses for every 50 jobs you apply for. Good luck!