With COVID-19 putting a direct hit on employers across the country, many people are worried about their jobs or have already been laid off. Here are some companies and government agencies that have plans to staff up because of growing local demand for goods and services. Check their websites for open positions and area hiring drives.

SSM Health: The health care system is continuing to hire qualified individuals throughout its hospitals and clinics in Missouri, Wisconsin, Oklahoma and Illinois, including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and other medical professionals, as well as housekeeping, food service and call centers. It is hiring for full-time, part-time, PRN and even temporary. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply at: jobs.ssmhealthcareers.com

Amazon
amazon.jobs

Aldi
careers.aldi.us

CVS
jobs.cvshealth.com

Dollar General
careers.dollargeneral.com

Domino’s
jobs.dominos.com

FedEx
careers.fedex.com

Imperfect Foods
imperfectfoods.com/jobs

UPS
jobs-ups.com

U.S. Census Bureau
census.gov

U.S. Postal Service
about.usps.com/careers

Walgreens
jobs.walgreens.com

Walmart
careers.walmart.com