Disorganized and demoralizing work culture - Manager Centene Employee Review

2.0
Nov 16, 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Fair pay, PTO, decent Benefits, dedicated employees that want to contribute to the success of the company and make sure the members have services they need, opportunity to advance

Cons

Terrible integration from 3 companies (California Health &Wellness, Health Net, Centene) into one. When Centene took over, all senior management within the department either was fired or quit. New management came in and changed everything without knowing the ramifications of those changes. The department has been in survival mode since. Continued frequent changes that make it difficult for staff to focus. Numerous IT challenges. Management is punitive rather that team builders. Very unsupportive environment. Frequent turnover. Constant pressure from Corporate that has everyone on edge. Horrible work life balance. Centene is the most money focused Managed Care Company I have ever experienced.

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Centene Response
7y
Thank you for your honest review. Our employees are our most valuable asset, as we aim to create a workplace that fosters respect, honesty and motivation. We've taken your advice to management and shared with HR leadership.

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Cons

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3.0
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Cons

1. It's an old white boys club. I say that as a white individual. It sucks that's how MFN rolls. They say they value diversity but they don't. They will have a token diverse person in an exec role but they're there to be a face, not make any changes or impact. 2. They pay really well but that hurts when you leave. 3. They layoff the good people and keep the undereducated white males. Why? See #1 above. 4. They don't want you if you are female and over 40. Think I'm lying? See the number of females 40+ who got hit in the January "reorganization." 5. HR is a joke. Talent acquisition couldn't find their rear ends with both hands and a map. So many excuses on why they didn't do their jobs. 6. MFN said the HealthNet employees needed to learn the Centene way and the Centene way would prevail. He lied. 7. They never entertained the idea of working from home. At all. Even a 25% WFH option would cut costs and improve morale.

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Centene Response
7y
Thank you for taking time to leave a detailed review. Your commentary is already helping to make us better. We strive to prioritize the success of our employees and want them to feel supported. Centene Corporation is fully committed to an inclusive work space where all feel welcome and valued. Again, thank you for your comments.
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