I got a new job and my old boss wants me back?

Question

I quit my job at a local video store because I got paid minimum wage and their were no benefits to my position. I really needed to get health insurance and I was told that I would never be eligible to get it. So I got a different job that paid me a little more money and gave me full benefits. At first I hated the job, because the people were horrible and I didn't seem to be making anymore money then my old job. I stuck it out and things seem to be getting somewhat better, even if it is not my style of job. But today I got a call from my old employer and they want me back. Their willing to match my pay and gurantee me at least 28 hours; however I still won't be given health insurance. At my old job an employee had to be considered full-time to get health insurance and my former boss still will not make the effort to give me a full-time postion. Should I go back to my old job or stay at my new one?

Answer 1

Well, if you HAVE to have health insurance then your best bet would be to stay where you are now, but it you like your old job better then you should go back there and just get health insurance on your own. It really just depends on if you absolutely HAVE to have the health insurance...

Answer 2

You're better off staying with your new employer because health benefits are hard to come by in small operations. Your old employer has nothing more to offer you than more hrs. If you're working too many hrs then your health goes down the tube because you too tired and worn out. Hospital visits can be costly. So tell the old employer no thank you and make the best out of the new one and get some additional on the job training and experience for that next job. Good Luck!

Answer 3

I agree with most of the others here. Going back to the old employer without including health insurance is not a good idea. If you did go back, be sure to get something in writing from the decision maker in this business concerning the health insurance.

Always remember the long-term effects on your resume also if you go back to an employer. Future employers will want to see increased responsibility, and what usually accompanies this factor is an increase in benefits/pay.

I agree with the other writer that going back will make you appear to be someone who is uncertain, and possibly; unreliable.

I have seen many employees without health insurance come to my office for State-funded or Federally-subsidized Medicaid, and it is extremely difficult to qualify because income are so low, and if you are single, and over age 21, it is even more difficult because resource limits come into play.

Answer 4

Stick with the new job. the bennies are worth it and you're liking it. You gave them a chance and they blew it and didnt know they needed you until it was too late. their loss. If they can give you the benefits think about it.
Go back on your terms not thier terms. Benefits cost employers money -- that means an investment. In most plans you need 30-35 hours to get benefits. They are not going to get you there either.
Thank your old boss, let him know that you might be able to come in (for double your pay) for a few hours to get the new guy up and running but that's it (your terms now).
However, if you HATE this new job-- life's too short. Shortness aside, paying for an appendix on 28 hours a week 'aint a bowl of cherries.
best of luck

Answer 5

Stay with your current one as it's not often that part-time employees get health insurance. You never know what may happen, so you'll want that additional backing that your previous employer won't give you. On your days off, you can look for a job that would better suit your interests and needs.

Hope this help.

Answer 6

i think you have already answered this one for yourself.

i believe you need to be comfortable.

health insurance is a serious benefit.

i would not be able to go without.

just an after thought:

don't sell yourself short -- if your old employer called you back for matched pay, but unable to give you benefits what makes you think that if you say no, i am sorry i am unable to accept your offer without benefits that they (he/she) will not come back with another offer that is acceptable.

best of luck.

Answer 7

Are you really asking this question??????? I wouldn't go back. Besides - you said the reason you quit in the first place was due to minimum wage pay and NO benefits.

Answer 8

If you were to go back to your old job, you will always be a big question mark to your boss. You left, you came back...Your boss will wonder when you'll quit again. It might be your boss is in a pinch right now, and needs help ASP...but beware, if you go back there and your boss hires new people, you might be training them to replace you (and you'll be out of a job possibly).