Cynthia McKanzie – MessageToEagle.com – Millions of people around the world have lost their jobs amid the current Covid-19 crisis. It could take years for the economy to fully recover, even after the coronavirus crisis is long over.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor data released Thursday, 3.28 million people filed unemployment claims in the week ending March 21.
That’s an increase of 3 million from the previous week, and sadly this is just the beginning of a horrible economic disaster we must deal with.
The good news is that there are still places that offer jobs! Finding a new job right now can be very difficult, but we here at MessageToEagle.com are determined to help our readers as much as we can to cope with the isolation and pandemic we’re now facing. From the latest science news about the coronavirus to job opportunities – we’ll do our best to find information that can improve the life of at least some out there.
On its website, CVS Health has announced it is looking to fill a total of 50,000 full-time, part-time and temporary positions nationwide, including “store associates, home delivery drivers, distribution center employees and member/customer service professionals.”
“In recognition of the essential role CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) employees are playing as the country faces the COVID-19 pandemic, the company is awarding bonuses to employees who are required to be at CVS facilities to assist patients and customers in this time of unprecedented need.
Bonuses will range from $150 to $500 and will be awarded to pharmacists and certain other health care professionals on the frontlines, store associates and managers, and other site-based hourly employees.”
In a press statement, CVs announced: “”Our colleagues have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to providing essential goods and services at a time when they’re needed most,” said Larry J. Merlo, President and CEO, CVS Health. “As they continue to be there for the individuals and families we serve, we’re taking extra steps to provide some peace of mind and help them navigate these uncertain times.”
CVS Health is also embarking on the most ambitious hiring drive in the company’s history, with plans to immediately fill 50,000 full-time, part-time and temporary roles across the country. Roles include store associates, home delivery drivers, distribution center employees and member/customer service professionals.
The company will utilize a technology-enabled hiring process that includes virtual job fairs, virtual interviews and virtual job tryouts.”
Learn more about CVS Health job opportunities here
Written by Cynthia McKanzie – MessageToEagle.com Staff Writer