Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

M&N has been in Parksville since 2000 serving the entire Vancouver Island as well as the rest of B.C.   Approximately 90% of our products are made in Canada and primarily made in B.C. We offer a white-glove delivery service and carry Sofas, Recliners, Cabinet Beds, Sofa-Beds, Bedroom Furniture, Adjustable Beds, Mattresses and more. We are a family run business with multiple awards for customer service from the BBB, Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce, the Business Examiner as well as many industry awards.

How many employees do you have?

We currently have a team of 8 working together.

What do you look for in a new employee?

We’re looking for employees that are punctual, flexible, reliable, and are team players and someone who is motivated to provide excellent customer service.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

If someone is interested to work for our organization they should demonstrate they are motivated to improve their skills, to understand the business, and most importantly, are motivated to understand our customers.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

We do anticipate to hire a management role or training for management position that has some experience in management.  This decision will depend on timing.  Also, there are franchise opportunities available for the right employee.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

Please come by our location at 291 E Island Highway. Bring your current resume and let’s chat.

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

We are a family run business with a flair for unique products and merchandising styles. We have a varied selection of jobs with something for nearly everyone. We have become a well-known tourist destination and a point of interest for our local community making this a fun and interesting place to work! Who wouldn’t want to have goats for co-workers?

How many employees do you have?

Our number of employees varies, fluctuating anywhere from 75 to 250 as required by the season.

What do you look for in a new employee?

We look for employees who are enthusiastic learners, are not afraid of hard work, who thrive in a high volume fast paced environment, have a strong desire to be successful and want to have fun with their co-workers and customers alike.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Listen to and follow directions given, be attentive to detail, be committed to the job, be punctual, do not be afraid to ask questions when unsure of something, be friendly and welcoming to our customers and have fun!

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

As an ever-growing business we are always looking to hire good employees. We have a truly diverse business, so we are looking for numerous positions including cooks, clerks, servers, cashiers, bakers, dishwashers, doughnut makers or even goat whisperers.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

In person with a resume including references or by responding to our posts on websites such as the Career Centre and Indeed.

 

Tell us about your business / organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

We are a locally and family owned and operated restaurant originally established in 1983 in Houston, BC and re-established in 2017. We offer a variety of quality comfort foods and thirst quenchers with genuine and kind service in a family friendly environment. We work alongside our team and strive to constantly look at ways to improve, become more efficient and grow in ways of team and brand development.

How many employees do you have?

We currently employ a team of 24 part and full-time employees.

What do you look for in a new employee?

We can teach the skills and provide the tools necessary to succeed but to be a part of our team, it is imperative to have a good attitude and excellent work ethic. No experience is necessary, we look for those who are ready to work hard.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Drop by and ask to speak with Jordan or Sherri. We would love the opportunity to meet you.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so, what types of positions?

We are always hiring and looking for that special talent to recruit. Whether it’s for a management position, cooking, serving, dishwashing, etc.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

The best way is to apply in person and ask to speak with Jordan and Sherri, preferably during downtimes, (outside of high revenue periods such as the dinner rush) as we would like the opportunity to meet you. Another great way to apply is by emailing your resume to hjsoceanside@gmail.com.

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

Our tagline is “support shelter safety” and these three words encapsulate the core of our work. We provide shelter and psychosocial support to Nanaimo and Oceanside residents who need it. We run crisis stabilization and assisted living programs along with supportive recovery and outreach services. In addition, our clients have access to our pre-employment and life skills programs. ICCS offers wages on par with or higher than most organizations in our sector, and much of our workforce enjoys the benefits of membership in the BCGEU. But where we really shine is our culture. Long term employees report that the clients they work with and the meaningful aspect of the work is what keeps them engaged and satisfied year after year. While the flavour of our culture differs somewhat from program to program, overall it shares a distinctive bottom line. While fiscal responsibility is important, we also measure our success by how well we contribute to making the world a better place. It is probably not an exaggeration to say that every employee joins our team because of the opportunity the job provides in this regard. Our employees feel like they are making a significant and meaningful contribution to improving the lives of neighbours and community members. They feel that way, because they really are making that difference. At the management level, there is a conscious focus on supporting our front line staff to face the challenges of the job with resiliency and strength. We emphasize empathy and compassion, alongside healthy boundaries and self-care. There is a genuine desire from the Board of Directors to our frontline staff to model therapeutic relationships and integrity. We are always working to secure the resources, partnerships, and expertise necessary to achieve our vision.

How many employees do you have?

As of 01 April 2023 we have 138 employees in Nanaimo and Parksville.

What do you look for in a new employee?

Our biggest category of employees is Support Workers. In Support Workers we look for relevant education that provides the skills and strategies for managing the difficult behaviour that some of our client’s express. We look for a natural temperament marked by empathy and resiliency. We look for integrity, ethical principles, and maturity. We hire from different ages, recognizing that each stage of life has a valuable perspective. We look for “people skills,” a healthy understanding of boundaries, and intelligence. Our most successful employees are ones who have some familiarity with people in crisis, or who have lived experience with mental health and recovery. We look for people who understand trauma and the way that early adverse childhood experiences shape perspectives and behaviour.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Understand the job and what training and resources you need to be successful. In general this involves an understanding of yourself, your triggers, and the things that motivate and discourage you. Are you a good listener? Do you like holding space for people, being present? Are you good at offering empathy? Those qualities are essential to support work. As are healthy boundaries. If you are interested in one of the other jobs in our society, are you willing to work with the limitations of a non-profit environment? Along with our enviable work culture, goes the challenges of working with tight budgets.  If a position you are applying for says it includes night shifts, spend some time considering if that is something you can really do for an extended period. If you don’t have experience doing front line work, and think you would like it, consider volunteering. We are developing a volunteer training program that offers some opportunities to work alongside frontline staff.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

We will be hiring Casual Support Workers in the Oceanside area in the coming months. We’ll also be hiring for a variety of positions in Nanaimo, including Support Workers and several administrative positions.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

Please visit our website and click on the “Join Us” tab. www.Islandcrisiscaresociety.ca