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I was considering leaving my job as there were so many red flags in the way the new upper management was running things.

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I was considering leaving my job as there were so many red flags in the way the new upper management was running things. I had even updated my resume and started to look at what else was available in the area, but hadn't actually applied to anything.

This morning I was checking my work email and the HR rep came in with her phone and I was terminated by management over the phone. They had several items they said I didn't do timely enough... Considering that I was handling double the number of residents recommended for my position I feel it's a little unfair. There are only so many hours in a day and I had to prioritize from most to least critical... I have never been terminated before, I have always left when I felt it was time to go.

I moved to a different state to take this job and now I have to figure out what to do next.I should have left on my own terms when I first noticed the problems. I feel like searching for a new job at 54 is going to be a challenge...

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  1. Anonymous

    This is not your fault- there's too much emphasis on "Never leave without another job to go to" and "Let them fire you or you can't collect unemployment. " There's no loyalty or transparency on the employers' parts, but employees are supposed to be loyal and operate from a place of learned helplessness.

  2. Anonymous

    So sorry this happened to you and in this 'at will' world we live in they frankly don't need a reason to dismiss you. They could find any numbers of reasons from even the most perfect specimen or make them up . Keep faith and confidence in your worth. Review if you still interested in staying in the state - you may have more support or greater opportunities elsewhere. Red flags and that 'ick' feeling I have learned in 2 decades+ not to ignore- it never gets better, I have learned the hard way. They may have even overloaded you to see if they could get you to quit on your own and it may have even been their review of the balance sheet and they could not afford you (regardless of your benefit to the organization). Take heart. This doesn't represent you at all. Read some articles about over 50 job hunt or let's say highly experienced people job hunt. (I like that one better.)You are right- you will no longer be applying to 100s of ads for jobs that only require 5 yrs experience and have no mgmt or leadership role but there are employers who value your knowledge and mentorship. Find those. Your time would be better spent. Apply for unemployment . Typically you still qualify, just read up on the rules.

  3. Anonymous

    I'm so sorry this happened. Were you given any verbal or written warnings? I am assuming that this is a right-to-work state. First and foremost, file for unemployment. You worked hard for it and deserve it. If your company tries to fight it, fight back and save all of your termination paperwork as you may need it. When I was terminated, they wanted to fight it, but having that paperwork was what saved me when I went before the appeals referee. Next, if you were getting your insurance there, check out the healthcare.gov marketplace before deciding to keep COBRA, as you now have only UI income, so you will likely find a much better deal there. Depending on your state, you may also qualify for SNAP and Medicaid, depending on your UI benefit amount. At least you've polished the resume. You may want to see a job coach to review it and help you start your search. Use any resources you can for the search, including the state DOL job boards, your alumni association (if you went to college or trade school), and the standard job boards like LinkedIn and Indeed. I'm 68 and going through a job search as well, so I know that ageism is real but not something you can't overcome with persistence. Good luck.

  4. Anonymous

    No warnings... and they did not give me a copy of the termination. I'm the 5th person they have either terminated or chased off recently that isn't part of the usual healthcare employee turnover. At least they terminated me and didn't play games to force me to quit like they did to a few others.

  5. Anonymous

    Did they provide the termination in writing? Please ensure you have it because if they dismiss you verbally, they can deny your unemployment and say you quit.

  6. Chrissy Regan Smythe

    The new thing they do is to send you an email or letter saying “we’ve accepted your resignation”. If that happens, you must respond in writing disputing the claim.

  7. Anonymous

    Sorry this happened to you.

    After you have given yourself some time to regroup, you may want to post your resume on some of the usual job boards or even a specialty job board to give recruiters some time to find you. This may take a few months, but for me was well worth the wait. I did this (am 73, so considerably older than you), and ended up with three opportunities, the last of which panned out and resulted in a contract position of 14 months.

    Since I also had Social Security income, this worked out well for me. If you feel that you need benefits, continue to look for "full time" jobs, but working contract will give you recent experience plus provide for you financially versus sitting around waiting for a "full time" opportunity.

    Meanwhile, as suggested below, do look into SNAP - you may qualify on UI income. This is also a benefit that can lead to you automatically qualifying for others.

    Wishing you all the best. You may even come up with a better job than if you had been able to stay at your former company.

  8. GirlBossanova934974

    It sounds like you are in the property management business. It is clear that the former company was on a cost cutting campaign and was looking to get rid of higher priced workers. The usual replacements are bunch of part time workers who can't figure out the most basic stuff. There are plenty of property management jobs out there with some good properties. I would definitely try that route before I left the state.

  9. Kathy Sijan

    Good advice- I would Also look on here and /orGoogle and look for other property managers in the area to network with.

  10. Kris Wolfram

    Go file for unemployment.

  11. Tami L Cannizzaro

    Hey there! so sorry to hear this. The hardest thing for most of us is to "leave the party while we are having a good time". We can see things winding down, yet it's super hard to take that leap. I've been there myself. What I learned is to try and trust my instincts. Note that I said "try" - it's still difficult when you get the feels again. BUT have your resume ready at all times, so when you recognize them you can notify your network and at least start applying to jobs.

    In the meantime, I second what others have said: give yourself 24 hours to regroup and then get started. Develop your job search strategy, work your network + some online search and apply. Don't spend every waking minute on this; take some time for yourself as well. As one colleague told me, "Do whatever hobby or other thing makes you happy". And she was right.

    Best Wishes!

  12. Cindy Bock

    So sorry to hear this, it's happening to a lot of people in the marketplace. And yes, anyone above 40 will feel ageism, as it is alive and well, unfortunately. I'd network, let people know you're looking and ask for referrals. Good luck

  13. Erika Gennari

    I'm so sorry to hear this. I was also laid off recently and understand the concern. It sounds like you may be in Senior Living. Is that right? Really great caregivers are hard to find. I may be able t o help make a connection for you. Where are you located?

  14. Cheryl Turner

    Sorry, I just saw this reply. I'm a Dietitian currently in Daytona Beach, FL. Have an awesome day.

  15. Denise Mayo-Walley

    I am so sorry. :-(

  16. Anonymous

    I’m sorry to hear that. Good luck with your next move. Please make sure you have a meeting with HR and get your separation agreement in writing. It should include (hopefully) severance pay, retirement accounts information and vesting documentation, health care benefits and pay for unused vacation and other PTO time.

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