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Cottage Country Funeral Business For Sale
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Multiple Location Funeral Business For Sale
Haliburton, Ontario
Established funeral business with multiple locations in Central Ontario is being offered for sale. Owners wish to retire.
The funeral homes have been serving their individual communities for thirty plus years.
Both locations are turn key, show pride of ownership and feature beautifully updated decor. The funeral homes have a 2 bedroom rental unit apt, commercial rental unit and a owner live-in suite.
Contact Dwaine Lloyd at dwainelloyd@mac.com for more information about this exciting opportunity in Cottage Country.
Employment Opportunity
LICENCED FUNERAL DIRECTOR(September 13, 2021)
Full-time Funeral Director positions in Mississauga and new locations across southern Ontario.
If you are a passionate and dedicated Funeral Director looking to contribute to a fast-paced and growing company, this position could be for you!
Tranquility Burial & Cremation Services Inc. is a low cost, all-inclusive, privately owned alternative funeral home. We are committed to offering affordable, respectful, honest and professional services. We are currently seeking Funeral Directors to work at our multiple locations within the GTA and across southern Ontario.
More specifically, as a Funeral Director, you will:• Arrange funerals, direct cremations and pre-arrangements• Care for deceased such as but not limited to embalming, casketing, dressing and cosmetics• Assist with transfers of deceased• Prepare and be able to conduct funerals of different backgrounds and cultural• Provide the best possible care for the families we serve• Assist with administrative duties and housekeeping duties• Provide the best possible care for the families we serve.• Support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements.• Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS• A valid Driver's License with a clean driver's abstract• Class 1 Funeral Directors license; 2-5 years experience preferred• Knowledge of Funeral Home procedures and business practices• Must be detail-oriented and professional• Ability to work with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural and socio-economic backgrounds• Computer literacy• Ability to take direction well and work effectively both in a team environment team and independently
Salary Range: Competitive Salary, benefits, clothing allowance.
Please visit tranquilitycremation.com to learn more about our organization. Resumes can be sent in confidence to our owner Chris Silverthorne at cksbgh1974@gmail.com
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you are a passionate and dedicated Funeral Director looking to contribute to a fast-paced and growing company, this position could be for you!
Tranquility Burial & Cremation Services Inc. is a low cost, all-inclusive, privately owned alternative funeral home. We are committed to offering affordable, respectful, honest and professional services. We are currently seeking Funeral Directors to work at our multiple locations within the GTA and across southern Ontario.
More specifically, as a Funeral Director, you will:• Arrange funerals, direct cremations and pre-arrangements• Care for deceased such as but not limited to embalming, casketing, dressing and cosmetics• Assist with transfers of deceased• Prepare and be able to conduct funerals of different backgrounds and cultural• Provide the best possible care for the families we serve• Assist with administrative duties and housekeeping duties• Provide the best possible care for the families we serve.• Support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements.• Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS• A valid Driver's License with a clean driver's abstract• Class 1 Funeral Directors license; 2-5 years experience preferred• Knowledge of Funeral Home procedures and business practices• Must be detail-oriented and professional• Ability to work with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural and socio-economic backgrounds• Computer literacy• Ability to take direction well and work effectively both in a team environment team and independently
Salary Range: Competitive Salary, benefits, clothing allowance.
Please visit tranquilitycremation.com to learn more about our organization. Resumes can be sent in confidence to our owner Chris Silverthorne at cksbgh1974@gmail.com
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Opportunity
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LICENCED FUNERAL DIRECTOR(September 8, 2021)
Job Opportunity: Funeral DirectorPark Lawn Corporation (TSX: PLC) is the largest publicly traded Canadian-owned funeral, cremation and cemetery provider and is the fastest growing company in the industry in North America. Since 2013 PLC has grown from 6 cemetery properties in Toronto, Ontario to a diverse portfolio of properties and businesses operating across Canada and the US with over 300 properties, 2,500 staff, and year-over-year revenue growth.With a dynamic leadership team and innovative approach to our operations, PLC has a strategic advantage over the more traditional players in a stagnant industry resistant to change. As the company continues its strong growth both organically and through acquisition, PLC is changing the way products and services are delivered and how customers engage with the marketplace.
Position Summary: The Funeral Director at Basic Funerals, a subsidiary of Park Lawn Corporation will oversee all aspects of funeral arrangements all the way from the first call to the final disposition at their Mississauga, Ontario location. The incumbent will work to maintain an exceptional level of client family satisfaction to retain and manage customer relationships.Total compensation is competitive and will commensurate with experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: • Traditional duties and responsibilities associated with the Funeral Director role including but not limited to arranging, coordinating and directing funeral ceremonies• Work directly with client families during their time of need through compassion and understanding• Oversee funeral and burial services to ensure all details are attended to and provide resolution to any problems or issues that may arise• Provide exceptional customer service in assisting clients with product and service inquiries• Respond to client inquiries by providing accurate information and promoting the Company’s products and services• Obtain necessary information to complete all legal documents such as death certificates and burial permits while adhering to all relevant provincial and federal legislation• Coordinate transportation of body to the funeral home for embalming or cremation• Arrange for the appropriate officials to perform religious rites and other needed services as necessary• Arrange interment of remains with cemetery, including scheduling the opening and closing of graves• Deceased care, including and not limited to transfers, sanitary care, embalming, restorative, cosmetology, dressing, casketing and caring for cremated remains• Work collaboratively as a team to learn, improve and grow• Maintain active involvement within the community and committed to building and establishing effective relationships and rapport• Performing other related duties as required
Qualifications:• Active Funeral Director’s license in good standing• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract• Exceptional active listening, verbal and written communication skills• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your resume to hr_ca@plcorp.com and citing Funeral Director in the subject line.Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Qualifications:• Active Funeral Director’s license in good standing• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract• Exceptional active listening, verbal and written communication skills• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your resume to hr_ca@plcorp.com and citing Funeral Director in the subject line.Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Employment Opportunity
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LICENCED FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER(September 7, 2021)
NEWFOUNDLAND LABRADOR IS CALLING!Come work in a province known to be one of the most welcoming and safest places in the world.Noel’s Funeral Homes Limited, caring for and serving families since 1930, is hiring a full-time or part-time licensed funeral director & licensed embalmer to join our team in a multi-location firm, with funeral homes and chapels in the communities of Carbonear, Western Bay and Harbour Grace, Newfoundland Labrador.
Successful person will need: • to meet all licensing requirements in Newfoundland Labrador• to obtain a Newfoundland Labrador provincial driver’s license with an acceptable driving record• experience as a Funeral Director and Embalmer (1+ years preferred)• a strong work ethic, self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently as well as part of a team• strong organizational skills and the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously• experience in arrangement and directing skills• ability to perform on-call responsibilities including taking calls, talking with families, answering questions, providing initial details, and conducting transfers• excellent attention to detail and a consistent high level of accuracy• excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal and written• knowledge of computers and software, MS Office products an asset• values of integrity, honesty, and trust
Successful person will receive a competitive salary and company benefits.
Visit us and learn more of our history of caring online at noelsfuneralhome.com We thank all candidates for applying and only those being considered will be contacted.Please forward your cover letter and resume to noelsfuneralhome@nfld.net
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LICENCED FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER(August 27, 2021)
Who are we? A rural, privately owned funeral home with our main office in Russell, and locations in Shoal Lake, and Erickson, Manitoba, as well as Esterhazy, Saskatchewan. We strive to provide outstanding family satisfaction; to give people more than they expect. Our success comes from a company based upon mutual respect, investment in our people and a progressive working environment. We care about each other and the people we are privileged to serve. Our motto is, “A Commitment to Excellence”You are:• passionate, talented, and service-oriented• committed to serving families and the community, with the highest level of dignity and respect• a communicator and know the significance of excellent communication• looking for a challenge and will want to be involved in all aspects of the funeral home, with a focus on arranging and directing funerals• able to work with a fine attention to detail, in a fast-paced environment• inspired and excited to be part of a team of professionals• a Funeral Director and Embalmer and in good standing; or are willing to train as an apprentice• a professional and have a clear driving record• comfortable with, and have a working knowledge of, various computer programs, including Microsoft Office.We are passionate about what we do and are looking for someone to share our enthusiasm. Salary will be based upon your experience and skills.Please call 204-773-3786.Applications to be received by September 15, 2021.Thank you for applying.www.braendlebrucefs.ca
Ownership Opportunity FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE
FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE (August 27, 2021)
Funeral Home Available in Georgian Bay area. This Funeral Home has been updated in Victorian style, with ample parking with street parking for any overflow The Funeral Home does 75+- calls per year and is the only one in town. There is an 3 bed room apartment upstairs that can be used by the purchaser or rented out for extra income. Contact kevin@kevinsmith.ca for more information.
Employment Opportunity
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Manager/ Senior Funeral Director to work at
Benjamin’s Park Memorial Chapel(August 25, 2021)
Benjamin’s Park Memorial Chapel is a family owned funeral home and located in Toronto.
We are looking to hire a Class 1 or 2 Manager/Senior Funeral Director (with at least 10 years experience) who thrives in a fast paced, Covid safe environment.
We are looking to fill this position with an individual who is confident in leading a team as well as working as part of a team and believe in the importance of excellence for our families.
Successful candidates will be responsible for: Managing the day to day operations, dealing with suppliers, arranging funerals as well as taking out funerals.
Qualifications: Possess a Class 1 or 2 Funeral Director’s license and a minimum of 10 years of experience as a licenced Funeral Director, A Valid Ontario driver’s licence, self motivated, has strong customer service skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills and be able to manage multiple tasks at the same time.
Candidates do not have to be of the Jewish faith. If you feel you would be a good fit, please email us your resume to barbi@benjamins.ca
We are looking to hire a Class 1 or 2 Manager/Senior Funeral Director (with at least 10 years experience) who thrives in a fast paced, Covid safe environment.
We are looking to fill this position with an individual who is confident in leading a team as well as working as part of a team and believe in the importance of excellence for our families.
Successful candidates will be responsible for: Managing the day to day operations, dealing with suppliers, arranging funerals as well as taking out funerals.
Qualifications: Possess a Class 1 or 2 Funeral Director’s license and a minimum of 10 years of experience as a licenced Funeral Director, A Valid Ontario driver’s licence, self motivated, has strong customer service skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills and be able to manage multiple tasks at the same time.
Candidates do not have to be of the Jewish faith. If you feel you would be a good fit, please email us your resume to barbi@benjamins.ca
Employment Opportunity
Funeral Director
Contract Full-Time (18 Months)
TSA - Pickering(August 19, 2021)
Canadian Memorial Services serves the Greater Toronto Area with three stand-alone Simple Alternative Funeral Centres and six Funeral Centres that are located on cemeteries owned by the Mount Pleasant Group of Cemeteries. Our success is the result of a dedicated team of professional employees who are committed to providing compassionate, caring service to each and every client, with a special focus on providing culturally sensitive service. We are currently looking for a licenced Funeral Director to join our team at our The Simple Alternative in Pickering.
The successful candidate will be required to:• Arrange, co-ordinate and/or facilitate activities associated with family needs such as services, transfers, embalming, preparation of human remains and any other activities associated with their needs.• Present and sell products and services to at-need and pre-need families and assist them in their decisions for disposition of human remains• Respond to information and service inquiries• Maintain funeral home facility and vehicles as required• Perform other sundry tasks as assignedHours/Days of Work:• Schedule is a combination of days, evenings and weekends
Qualifications:• Valid Funeral Director – Class 1 License• Funeral directing and arranging experience• Embalming experience• Able to provide funeral services to various faiths and cultures• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills• Professional demeanour• Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task• A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and clean driving record• Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office• Aftercare and/or bereavement training would be considered an asset• We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a competitive total rewards package
We thank everyone who express their interest, however only those who are under consideration for an interview will be contacted.
Please forward applications to recruitment@mountpleasantgroup.com and quote “CFD” in the subject line.
The Mount Pleasant Group is committed to providing equitable opportunities to all applicants and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We will provide accommodation in recruitment as needed. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Employment Opportunity
Location Manager
Morris Funeral Chapel Ltd.(August 18, 2021)
Morris Funeral Chapel Ltd.4 Division St, Bowmanville, ON L1C 2Z1 905-623-5480www.morrisfuneralchapel.ca
We Are Hiring for: Location Manager
We are a family owned funeral home located in Bowmanville, Ontario. We have a long history in the community but pride ourselves on being innovative in how we meet the needs of the families we serve. Through our sister location in Newcastle, we are one of the only providers in the Province offering Aquamation. We truly consider those we work with as family and are looking for the right individual to join us and lead this funeral home into the future.
Your Responsibilities:Manage the day to day operations of the funeral home.Be active and hands on with arranging, directing and all aspects of the day to day operations.Co-ordinate activities along with our sister location Newcastle Funeral Home.Grow the at-need and pre-need call volume.Be a visible part of the community.Ensure compliance with all aspects of the business.Bring new ideas on how to serve families better.Communicate well with those you work with.
Our Responsibilities:Provide you with the resources needed to grow the business.Create a pleasant and rewarding atmosphere to work in each day.Create clear goals for you to reach.Communicate well on your performance and future direction of the funeral home.Provide a profit sharing system that rewards you for your efforts.
Qualifications:A valid Ontario driver’s licenseLicensed Ontario Class 1 Funeral DirectorMust have a positive attitude
All applications and communication will be kept strictly confidential. Please email your resume to Trevor Charbonneau at trevorcharbonneau@gmail.com
We are a family owned funeral home located in Bowmanville, Ontario. We have a long history in the community but pride ourselves on being innovative in how we meet the needs of the families we serve. Through our sister location in Newcastle, we are one of the only providers in the Province offering Aquamation. We truly consider those we work with as family and are looking for the right individual to join us and lead this funeral home into the future.
Your Responsibilities:Manage the day to day operations of the funeral home.Be active and hands on with arranging, directing and all aspects of the day to day operations.Co-ordinate activities along with our sister location Newcastle Funeral Home.Grow the at-need and pre-need call volume.Be a visible part of the community.Ensure compliance with all aspects of the business.Bring new ideas on how to serve families better.Communicate well with those you work with.
Our Responsibilities:Provide you with the resources needed to grow the business.Create a pleasant and rewarding atmosphere to work in each day.Create clear goals for you to reach.Communicate well on your performance and future direction of the funeral home.Provide a profit sharing system that rewards you for your efforts.
Qualifications:A valid Ontario driver’s licenseLicensed Ontario Class 1 Funeral DirectorMust have a positive attitude
All applications and communication will be kept strictly confidential. Please email your resume to Trevor Charbonneau at trevorcharbonneau@gmail.com
Employment Opportunity
Licensed Funeral Director
Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, Newmarket(August 5, 2021)
About Roadhouse & RoseEstablished in 1842, Roadhouse & Rose has the distinction of being Newmarket's oldest business and the third-oldest Funeral Home in Ontario. As a full-service provider of funeral and cremation services, we understand our clients’ wish for customized services and have built a reputation for excellence. Our experienced and compassionate staff offer a wealth of information on all aspects of funeral services.
Responsibilities:• Arranging and coordinating funeral services, cremations, burials, and entombments• Meet with bereaved families and help them plan services• Strive to exceed the needs and expectations of the families we serve and assist them in their time of need• Complete required paperwork and coordinate with cemeteries• Work with technology to manage information, make arrangements, and direct services• Perform transfers from places of death to funeral home, cemeteries, and crematorium• Perform embalming and preparations of deceased• Assist with house-keeping responsibilities and maintenance of building and property• Collaborate with spiritual leaders, organizational and institutional representatives, other funeral directors, etc.• Comply with funeral home policies and health & safety protocols
Qualifications:• Class 1 Funeral Director’s License in good standing• Proven arrangement, funeral service, and preparation room ability, with track record of providing top-notch customer service to bereaved families• Excellent knowledge of legal requirements for disposition of human remains• Strong awareness of, and sensitivity to various cultural and religious expectations• Pleasant telephone manner and excellent listening skills• Professional organizational skills• Valid Ontario ‘G’ driver’s license
Roadhouse & Rose is a family-owned & operated funeral home in Newmarket, Ontario.Established in 1842, we offer a full range of burial and cremation services. For more information, please visit www.roadhouseandrose.com
Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If interested, please email a resume to Wes Playter wes@roadhouseandrose.com
Employment Opportunity
Licensed Funeral Directors & Intern Funeral Directors
DeMarco Funeral Homes – Woodbridge Chapel) & Keele Chapel)
(August 4, 2021)
The DeMarco Funeral Homes located both in Woodbridge and Toronto are hiring Licensed Funeral Director and Intern Funeral Directors to join and expand with our experienced team.
We are looking for caring and compassionate team members to ensure our families continue to be guided with utmost professionalism during one of the most difficult periods of their lives.
Duties and responsibilities:• Meeting and arranging with at-need and pre-need families• Completing transfers from hospitals, private residences and nursing homes• Dressing, casketing and applying cosmetics to decedents• Assisting in cleaning of the Funeral Home• Embalming when required• Directing Funerals
What we are offering;• Competitive salaries• Generous and fair working schedules (All staff are never on call after the working hours of their shifts)• Health and Dental benefits• Show allowance• Dry cleaning allowance• Paid sick days• Shirt Allowance• Company uniform (provided yearly)
We would like to thank all interested Directors in advance and we look forward to hearing from you! Please email your resume to joe@demarofuneralhomes.com
All correspondence will be held in the strictest of confidence.
The DeMarco Funeral Homes located both in Woodbridge and Toronto are hiring Licensed Funeral Director and Intern Funeral Directors to join and expand with our experienced team.
We are looking for caring and compassionate team members to ensure our families continue to be guided with utmost professionalism during one of the most difficult periods of their lives.
Duties and responsibilities:• Meeting and arranging with at-need and pre-need families• Completing transfers from hospitals, private residences and nursing homes• Dressing, casketing and applying cosmetics to decedents• Assisting in cleaning of the Funeral Home• Embalming when required• Directing Funerals
What we are offering;• Competitive salaries• Generous and fair working schedules (All staff are never on call after the working hours of their shifts)• Health and Dental benefits• Show allowance• Dry cleaning allowance• Paid sick days• Shirt Allowance• Company uniform (provided yearly)
We would like to thank all interested Directors in advance and we look forward to hearing from you! Please email your resume to joe@demarofuneralhomes.com
All correspondence will be held in the strictest of confidence.
Employment Opportunity
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
FUNERAL DIRECTOR PERMANENT FULL-TIME
YORK
(July 27, 2021)
Canadian Memorial Services serves the Greater Toronto Area with three stand-alone Simple Alternative Funeral Centres and six Funeral Centres that are located on cemeteries owned by the Mount Pleasant Group of Cemeteries. Our success is the result of a dedicated team of professional employees who are committed to providing compassionate, caring service to each and every client, with a special focus on providing culturally sensitive service. We are currently looking for a licenced Funeral Director to join our team at our York Funeral Centre in North York. The successful candidate will be required to: • Arrange, co-ordinate and/or facilitate activities associated with family needs such as services, transfers, preparation of human remains and any other activities associated with their needs.• Present and sell products and services to at-need and pre-need families and assist them in their decisions for disposition of human remains• Respond to information and service inquiries• Maintain funeral home facility and vehicles as required• Perform other sundry tasks as assigned Hours/Days of Work: Schedule is a combination of days, evenings and weekends Qualifications: • Valid Funeral Director’s Licence• Funeral directing and arranging experience• Able to provide funeral services to various faiths and cultures• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills• Professional demeanour• Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task• A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and clean driving record• Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office• Aftercare and/or bereavement training would be considered an asset We thank everyone who express their interest, however only those who are under consideration for an interview will be contacted. Please forward applications to recruitment@mountpleasantgroup.com and quote “CFD” in the subject line. The Mount Pleasant Group is committed to providing equitable opportunities to all applicants and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We will provide accommodation in recruitment as needed. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs
Canadian Memorial Services serves the Greater Toronto Area with three stand-alone Simple Alternative Funeral Centres and six Funeral Centres that are located on cemeteries owned by the Mount Pleasant Group of Cemeteries. Our success is the result of a dedicated team of professional employees who are committed to providing compassionate, caring service to each and every client, with a special focus on providing culturally sensitive service. We are currently looking for a licenced Funeral Director to join our team at our York Funeral Centre in North York. The successful candidate will be required to: • Arrange, co-ordinate and/or facilitate activities associated with family needs such as services, transfers, preparation of human remains and any other activities associated with their needs.• Present and sell products and services to at-need and pre-need families and assist them in their decisions for disposition of human remains• Respond to information and service inquiries• Maintain funeral home facility and vehicles as required• Perform other sundry tasks as assigned Hours/Days of Work: Schedule is a combination of days, evenings and weekends Qualifications: • Valid Funeral Director’s Licence• Funeral directing and arranging experience• Able to provide funeral services to various faiths and cultures• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills• Professional demeanour• Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task• A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and clean driving record• Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office• Aftercare and/or bereavement training would be considered an asset We thank everyone who express their interest, however only those who are under consideration for an interview will be contacted. Please forward applications to recruitment@mountpleasantgroup.com and quote “CFD” in the subject line. The Mount Pleasant Group is committed to providing equitable opportunities to all applicants and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We will provide accommodation in recruitment as needed. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs
Employment Opportunity
Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd.
Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer
(July 12, 2021)
Employment opportunity for a licensed funeral director and licensed embalmer within the Province of British Columbia. Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd. has been a family owned and operated funeral provider since 1978.
Requirements: • Must be currently licensed as a funeral director and embalmer in British Columbia with up to date CEU’s or have fully transferrable licenses. • The ability to thrive in a team environment as well as working independently, efficiently and thoroughly. • Valid class 5 driver’s license with abstract and be a confident vehicle opera-tor in all weather conditions. • Physical capability. *Flexibility in respect to schedules, with the ability to maximize time management. • Proficient and efficient computer skills, with the ability and willingness to learn.• Complete understanding of the funeral profession as well as an understanding that all providers operate in the best way to serve the communities in which they are located. • The desire and motivation to work hard, the ability to manage varying case loads, while giving attention to detail and having the dedication to put each and every family first. • Sensibility, practicality, problem solving, as well as multi tasking, and taking initiative within the work place as a whole is essential. • Salary will reflect experience in the profession. • Extended health and dental benefits to all who work full time. • An opportunity to be in a great environment to invite added knowledge, and allow for advancement in the profession.
We operate in a family environment and look forward to welcoming another individual who has the same outlook and ability to create and hold relationships that are based on integrity, trust, teamwork and excellence.
If you are interested in finding our more about this opportunity or applying for this position please send your resume and a cover letter that includes why you are interested in applying with Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd. to Meg Kennedy-Gunn, general manager and owner meg@ccfuneral.ca
Employment opportunity for a licensed funeral director and licensed embalmer within the Province of British Columbia. Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd. has been a family owned and operated funeral provider since 1978.
Requirements: • Must be currently licensed as a funeral director and embalmer in British Columbia with up to date CEU’s or have fully transferrable licenses. • The ability to thrive in a team environment as well as working independently, efficiently and thoroughly. • Valid class 5 driver’s license with abstract and be a confident vehicle opera-tor in all weather conditions. • Physical capability. *Flexibility in respect to schedules, with the ability to maximize time management. • Proficient and efficient computer skills, with the ability and willingness to learn.• Complete understanding of the funeral profession as well as an understanding that all providers operate in the best way to serve the communities in which they are located. • The desire and motivation to work hard, the ability to manage varying case loads, while giving attention to detail and having the dedication to put each and every family first. • Sensibility, practicality, problem solving, as well as multi tasking, and taking initiative within the work place as a whole is essential. • Salary will reflect experience in the profession. • Extended health and dental benefits to all who work full time. • An opportunity to be in a great environment to invite added knowledge, and allow for advancement in the profession.
We operate in a family environment and look forward to welcoming another individual who has the same outlook and ability to create and hold relationships that are based on integrity, trust, teamwork and excellence.
If you are interested in finding our more about this opportunity or applying for this position please send your resume and a cover letter that includes why you are interested in applying with Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd. to Meg Kennedy-Gunn, general manager and owner meg@ccfuneral.ca
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Employment Opportunity: Funeral Director
(July 12, 2021)
Job Title: Funeral Director
Job descriptionWho You are:• A positive, confident person, passionate about helping people• Able to thrive in a team environment• Personable and warm with colleagues and families alike• Meticulous with high personal standards• Proficient in computers and funeral software• Creative and forward thinker• Holder of valid G driver’s license• Licensed Class 1 Funeral Director• 3-5 years’ work experience
Who We Are:Heritage Funeral Centre is an independently owned and operated funeral home in midtown Toronto. It is owned by Mr. Glen Day, the fourth generation of his family in funeral services.We are a very progressive and innovative funeral home that primarily provides traditional funeral services for Catholic and Orthodox communities. Our 20,000 square foot facility was recently extensively renovated and our business is well positioned for continued, sustained growth.We are looking for a funeral director to join our team. Our organizational structure is unique from many other funeral homes. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach; giving- our directors the space to carve out their own niche and become partners in the longer term as part of succession planning for the business. Primary Job Duties:• The primary focus will be:• Arrange, and co-ordinate all details in order to accommodate our client family needs. Completing all necessary documentation with detail and accuracy. Liaison with clergy and cemetery in order to confirm arrangement details.• Proficiency in computers and funeral software. Basic understanding of the funeral home audio/visual and live streaming equipment and software.• Present all funeral home merchandise to client families with strong product knowledge and sales ability.• Direct both church and funeral home chapel services while demonstrating leadership, organization, and confidence to ensure every request by our client family has been met.• Washing, embalming, dressing, casketing, cosmetics and hair of decedents when needed.• Setting up of funerary equipment in visitation suites and chapels, positioning and lighting of casket as needed.• Transfers of decedent as necessary.• Placing and receiving orders from applicable suppliers.• Maintaining organized and accurate file records.• Maintaining the general cleanliness of the facility and vehicles.• Ensuring proper COVID-19 protocols are followed at all times• Scheduling support staff as needed
Compensation will be commensurate with ability and years of experience. We also offer a full benefits package and possible annual bonus. Work life balance is important to us and accommodations will be considered for a preferred candidate. Resumes may be sent to Jennifer Morana at jmorana@heritagefc.ca Job Type: Full-timeCOVID-19 considerations:All governmental COVID-19 protocols are being enforced.
Job descriptionWho You are:• A positive, confident person, passionate about helping people• Able to thrive in a team environment• Personable and warm with colleagues and families alike• Meticulous with high personal standards• Proficient in computers and funeral software• Creative and forward thinker• Holder of valid G driver’s license• Licensed Class 1 Funeral Director• 3-5 years’ work experience
Who We Are:Heritage Funeral Centre is an independently owned and operated funeral home in midtown Toronto. It is owned by Mr. Glen Day, the fourth generation of his family in funeral services.We are a very progressive and innovative funeral home that primarily provides traditional funeral services for Catholic and Orthodox communities. Our 20,000 square foot facility was recently extensively renovated and our business is well positioned for continued, sustained growth.We are looking for a funeral director to join our team. Our organizational structure is unique from many other funeral homes. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach; giving- our directors the space to carve out their own niche and become partners in the longer term as part of succession planning for the business. Primary Job Duties:• The primary focus will be:• Arrange, and co-ordinate all details in order to accommodate our client family needs. Completing all necessary documentation with detail and accuracy. Liaison with clergy and cemetery in order to confirm arrangement details.• Proficiency in computers and funeral software. Basic understanding of the funeral home audio/visual and live streaming equipment and software.• Present all funeral home merchandise to client families with strong product knowledge and sales ability.• Direct both church and funeral home chapel services while demonstrating leadership, organization, and confidence to ensure every request by our client family has been met.• Washing, embalming, dressing, casketing, cosmetics and hair of decedents when needed.• Setting up of funerary equipment in visitation suites and chapels, positioning and lighting of casket as needed.• Transfers of decedent as necessary.• Placing and receiving orders from applicable suppliers.• Maintaining organized and accurate file records.• Maintaining the general cleanliness of the facility and vehicles.• Ensuring proper COVID-19 protocols are followed at all times• Scheduling support staff as needed
Compensation will be commensurate with ability and years of experience. We also offer a full benefits package and possible annual bonus. Work life balance is important to us and accommodations will be considered for a preferred candidate. Resumes may be sent to Jennifer Morana at jmorana@heritagefc.ca Job Type: Full-timeCOVID-19 considerations:All governmental COVID-19 protocols are being enforced.
Employment Opportunity
Job Opportunity: Managing Funeral Director
(July 7, 2021)
Park Lawn Corporation (TSX: PLC) is the largest publicly traded Canadian-owned funeral, cremation and cemetery provider and is the fastest growing company in the industry in North America. Since 2013 PLC has grown from 6 cemetery properties in Toronto, Ontario to a diverse portfolio of properties and businesses operating across Canada and the US with over 300 properties, 2,500 staff, and year-over-year revenue growth.With a dynamic leadership team and innovative approach to our operations, PLC has a strategic advantage over the more traditional players in a stagnant industry resistant to change. As the company continues its strong growth both organically and through acquisition, PLC is changing the way products and services are delivered and how customers engage with the marketplace.
Position Summary:
We are excited to post this job for Managing Funeral Director at our up-and-coming Westminster Funeral Home that is currently being built at Westminster Cemetery and Mausoleum. This is a brand-new building on a well-established, mature cemetery that serves families with traditional values in their end-of-life planning. Duties will include everything you would expect of a managing funeral director role and much more. Cemetery experience will be valued greatly alongside your years as a licensed funeral director.Along with your resume, please include a cover letter that describes how your previous funeral home and cemetery experience, combined with your unique personality, will make you successful in this job. We will be open as of January 1, 2022 and would like the successful candidate to start in August.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Funeral Directing• Arrange and direct personalized funeral and memorial services.• Care of the deceased including but not limited to transfers, sanitary care, embalming, restoration, cosmetology, dressing, casketing and caring for cremated remains.• Arrange for the appropriate officials to perform religious rites and other services.• Obtain required information to complete all legal documents such as death certificates and burial permits in a timely and compliant manner.• Arrange internment of remains with cemetery, including the opening/closing of graves.• Compliance with all laws and regulations with respect to funeral service and deceased care.• Shift work including overnight and on call coverage.• Data entry, documentation, printing and filing.• Perform other duties as required.
Leadership• Support and mentor employees.• Engage, challenge, and inspire team members to meet and exceed expectations.• Continuously improve operations and services to drive customer and employee satisfaction.• Lead by example in honoring and fostering company values.• Motivate team members through setting of clear targets and expectations.• Recognize and reward outstanding performance. • Set the highest ethical standards for self and others. • Interview, select, train and conduct performance evaluations.• Meet and exceed operational and financial goals.• Oversee and manage scheduling. • Ensure appropriate purchasing of supplies and manage quality standards. • Complete monthly formal reports of all functional performance.• Manage compliance with provincial/territorial, local and federal regulations.• Provide leadership for problem resolution. • Coordinate with other divisional supervisors, leads, and managers to obtain maximum use of resources.
Community• Participate in community events to build relationships with key contacts to generate business partnerships and customer leads.• Attend or make presentations to promote the Company.
Financial Performance• Oversee purchasing, sales and discount activities to achieve profit/revenue goals.• Manage collections/accounts receivable.• Plan and implement changes to service offerings to meet customer needs and increase profit/revenues.• Work with management and marketing team to plan and implement sales promotions other marketing strategies and activities.• Review financial statements, budgets, sales, activity reports and other performance data to identify opportunities for cost reductions, increased margins, and service improvements.• Assist in the planning and preparation of budgets.• Oversee product placement, promotional marketing tools, pricing and purchasing and monitor progress to achieve profit, revenue and expense goals.• Negotiate prices or credit terms for funeral products or services.• Evaluate the performance of vendors or other service providers to ensure quality and cost efficiency.• Authorize purchase orders for equipment, supplies and facilities.• Ensure product inventory accuracy.
Qualifications:• Possess a valid Ontario driver’s license in good standing• Active Class 1 Ontario Funeral Director’s license in good standing• 10 years’ experience as a Funeral Director• Capability to work shifts including overnights, weekends, holiday and “on call” coverage as necessary• Ability to lift weight in excess of 50 lbs.• Strong team player who is friendly, professional and compassionate • Strong organization skills and excellent attention to detail • Pre-need experience considered an asset but not required• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate may be required to complete a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please email your application to ntaneja@plcorp.com and citing Managing Funeral Director - Westminster in the subject line.
Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Funeral Directing• Arrange and direct personalized funeral and memorial services.• Care of the deceased including but not limited to transfers, sanitary care, embalming, restoration, cosmetology, dressing, casketing and caring for cremated remains.• Arrange for the appropriate officials to perform religious rites and other services.• Obtain required information to complete all legal documents such as death certificates and burial permits in a timely and compliant manner.• Arrange internment of remains with cemetery, including the opening/closing of graves.• Compliance with all laws and regulations with respect to funeral service and deceased care.• Shift work including overnight and on call coverage.• Data entry, documentation, printing and filing.• Perform other duties as required.
Leadership• Support and mentor employees.• Engage, challenge, and inspire team members to meet and exceed expectations.• Continuously improve operations and services to drive customer and employee satisfaction.• Lead by example in honoring and fostering company values.• Motivate team members through setting of clear targets and expectations.• Recognize and reward outstanding performance. • Set the highest ethical standards for self and others. • Interview, select, train and conduct performance evaluations.• Meet and exceed operational and financial goals.• Oversee and manage scheduling. • Ensure appropriate purchasing of supplies and manage quality standards. • Complete monthly formal reports of all functional performance.• Manage compliance with provincial/territorial, local and federal regulations.• Provide leadership for problem resolution. • Coordinate with other divisional supervisors, leads, and managers to obtain maximum use of resources.
Community• Participate in community events to build relationships with key contacts to generate business partnerships and customer leads.• Attend or make presentations to promote the Company.
Financial Performance• Oversee purchasing, sales and discount activities to achieve profit/revenue goals.• Manage collections/accounts receivable.• Plan and implement changes to service offerings to meet customer needs and increase profit/revenues.• Work with management and marketing team to plan and implement sales promotions other marketing strategies and activities.• Review financial statements, budgets, sales, activity reports and other performance data to identify opportunities for cost reductions, increased margins, and service improvements.• Assist in the planning and preparation of budgets.• Oversee product placement, promotional marketing tools, pricing and purchasing and monitor progress to achieve profit, revenue and expense goals.• Negotiate prices or credit terms for funeral products or services.• Evaluate the performance of vendors or other service providers to ensure quality and cost efficiency.• Authorize purchase orders for equipment, supplies and facilities.• Ensure product inventory accuracy.
Qualifications:• Possess a valid Ontario driver’s license in good standing• Active Class 1 Ontario Funeral Director’s license in good standing• 10 years’ experience as a Funeral Director• Capability to work shifts including overnights, weekends, holiday and “on call” coverage as necessary• Ability to lift weight in excess of 50 lbs.• Strong team player who is friendly, professional and compassionate • Strong organization skills and excellent attention to detail • Pre-need experience considered an asset but not required• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate may be required to complete a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please email your application to ntaneja@plcorp.com and citing Managing Funeral Director - Westminster in the subject line.
Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Employment Opportunity
Licensed Funeral Director
"Pre-Planning Director"Greater Toronto Area, Canada
(June 30, 2021)
We’re looking for passionate Pre-Need Sales Representatives that can support families in choosing a better way to prepare for end-of-life. You’ll be responsible for supporting and guiding each family as they make their pre-arrangement, and identifying new opportunities to get our services in front of people. A current licensed funeral director is an asset but not a requirement.
You will be responsible for:• Identifying opportunities for growing our pre-need program in Ontario• Setting up meetings with prospective families interested in arranging a prepaid cremation or aquamation with Eirene• Making outbound calls to customers who’ve shown interest, or otherwise inquired about an Eirene pre-need cremation or aquamation• Arranging and presenting at both in-person and digital webinars related to end of life planning• Working with our marketing team to develop collateral required to support your sales process; identifying what information families are looking for, and what else we can provide them - on our website, on our social channels or in our advertising The ideal candidate is: • Caring, approachable and empathetic - able to help people through a difficult time• Able to learn quickly and adapt their style to different types of people• A great communicator and focused on educating families• Not intimidated by ambitious goals and entirely self-motivated• Excited about playing a defining role in the sales team of a high-growth start-up
We’d love for you to have:• Experience in a targets-driven sales role in the funeral industry• Licensed to sell pre-need products through insurance or trusts• Comfortable speaking and selling over the phone• A valid driver's license• An appropriate remote work set-up - a quiet space, stable internet connection, and a backup location in case of issues with the primary location
Why work with us?• Competitive hourly wage with commission, performance bonuses and stock options• Flexibility on your work schedule• Work from the comfort of your own home• Amazing opportunities for personal growth, promotion and career development (we're growing quickly, and you're joining on the ground floor)• The ability to make a real difference - our families are incredibly grateful for the service we provide
If you’re interested in shaping the future of funerals and meet the qualifications listed above, please submit your resume and a cover letter to careers@eirene.ca describing why you think you’re a great candidate for us.
You will be responsible for:• Identifying opportunities for growing our pre-need program in Ontario• Setting up meetings with prospective families interested in arranging a prepaid cremation or aquamation with Eirene• Making outbound calls to customers who’ve shown interest, or otherwise inquired about an Eirene pre-need cremation or aquamation• Arranging and presenting at both in-person and digital webinars related to end of life planning• Working with our marketing team to develop collateral required to support your sales process; identifying what information families are looking for, and what else we can provide them - on our website, on our social channels or in our advertising The ideal candidate is: • Caring, approachable and empathetic - able to help people through a difficult time• Able to learn quickly and adapt their style to different types of people• A great communicator and focused on educating families• Not intimidated by ambitious goals and entirely self-motivated• Excited about playing a defining role in the sales team of a high-growth start-up
We’d love for you to have:• Experience in a targets-driven sales role in the funeral industry• Licensed to sell pre-need products through insurance or trusts• Comfortable speaking and selling over the phone• A valid driver's license• An appropriate remote work set-up - a quiet space, stable internet connection, and a backup location in case of issues with the primary location
Why work with us?• Competitive hourly wage with commission, performance bonuses and stock options• Flexibility on your work schedule• Work from the comfort of your own home• Amazing opportunities for personal growth, promotion and career development (we're growing quickly, and you're joining on the ground floor)• The ability to make a real difference - our families are incredibly grateful for the service we provide
If you’re interested in shaping the future of funerals and meet the qualifications listed above, please submit your resume and a cover letter to careers@eirene.ca describing why you think you’re a great candidate for us.
Employment Opportunity
Junior Funeral DirectorsVescio Funeral Homes - Woodbridge, Toronto, and Maple Ontario
(June 29, 2021)
Congratulations Class of 2021.
It’s been a very difficult year, but you made it!!!
Now let’s turn the page and start a new chapter of your career.
Vescio Funeral Homes located in Woodbridge, Toronto, and Maple are interested in hiring Junior Funeral Directors or soon to be Funeral Directors to join our talented and experienced team.
An appropriate candidate must be willing to go the extra mile to ensure families are receiving only the very best service. It is important that you are punctual, responsible and have a professional demeanor.
We are offering • Generous Starting Salary – 45k and up for new graduates• Progressive Schedule – Work Only 1 in 3 Weekends (No on call duties after hours)• Cell Phone Allowance• Dry Cleaning Allowance• Monthly Bonus – Gas Card• Health & Dental Benefits• Company Uniform (Provided Annually)• Paid Lieu Days• Overtime Paid Bi-Weekly
Some Duties Include• Arranging with at-need and pre-need families• Directing Funerals (The Vescio Way)• Completing transfers from hospitals, nursing homes and private residences • Embalming when required (Our embalmer does 95% of the work)• Dressing, casketing, applying cosmetics and all other matters pertaining to care of the deceased• Working visitations and supervising unlicensed staff• Inputting file information and printing the necessary items for visitations and funerals such as custom prayer cards, proof of death certificates etc• Inspecting products such as caskets to ensure we are only providing the very best• Participating in monthly staff meetings • Attending community events such as fundraiser dinners paid by the funeral home• Completing general maintenance work and cleaning of the funeral home, building and grounds
Our family run funeral homes are truly special. We do not upsell families and we do not cut corners. We are upfront, honest, and hard-working funeral directors that work together as a team.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, then please send your resume to Lui Vescio Jr. at vesciolui@gmail.com
Our family run funeral homes are truly special. We do not upsell families and we do not cut corners. We are upfront, honest, and hard-working funeral directors that work together as a team.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, then please send your resume to Lui Vescio Jr. at vesciolui@gmail.com
Employment Opportunity
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Experienced EmbalmerHeritage Funeral Centre - Toronto, Ontario
(June 29, 2021)
Who You are:• A positive, confident person, passionate about your work• Able to thrive in a team environment• Personable and warm with colleagues • Meticulous with high personal standards• Proficient in computers and funeral software• Creative and forward thinker• Holder of valid G driver’s licence• Licensed Class 1 Funeral Director• Have 5+ years' experience working as an embalmer
Who We Are:Heritage Funeral Centre is an independently owned and operated funeral home in midtown Toronto. It is owned by Mr. Glen Day, the fourth generation of his family in funeral services. We are a very progressive and innovative funeral home that primarily provides traditional funeral services for Catholic and Orthodox communities. Our 20,000 square foot facility was recently extensively renovated and our business is well positioned for continued, sustained growth. We are looking for an experienced, embalmer to join our team. Our organizational structure is unique from many other funeral homes. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach; giving our directors the space to carve out their own niche and become partners in the longer term as part of succession planning for the business. Primary Job Duties:• The primary focus will be:• Transfer of decedents from places of death to the funeral home• Washing, embalming, dressing, casketing, cosmetics and hair of decedents• Setting up of funerary equipment in rooms, positioning and lighting of casket• Keeping inventory of the prep room supplies • Placing and receiving orders from applicable suppliers• Maintaining records of transfer documentation and preparation guides• General cleanliness of the preparation room• Ensuring proper COVID-19 protocols are followed at all times• General maintenance of equipment• Occasionally arranging or directing funeral services
Compensation will be commensurate with ability and years of experience. We also offer a full benefits package and possible annual bonus. Work life balance is important to us and accommodations will be considered for a preferred candidate.Resumes may be sent to Jennifer Morana at jmorana@heritagefc.ca
Who We Are:Heritage Funeral Centre is an independently owned and operated funeral home in midtown Toronto. It is owned by Mr. Glen Day, the fourth generation of his family in funeral services. We are a very progressive and innovative funeral home that primarily provides traditional funeral services for Catholic and Orthodox communities. Our 20,000 square foot facility was recently extensively renovated and our business is well positioned for continued, sustained growth. We are looking for an experienced, embalmer to join our team. Our organizational structure is unique from many other funeral homes. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach; giving our directors the space to carve out their own niche and become partners in the longer term as part of succession planning for the business. Primary Job Duties:• The primary focus will be:• Transfer of decedents from places of death to the funeral home• Washing, embalming, dressing, casketing, cosmetics and hair of decedents• Setting up of funerary equipment in rooms, positioning and lighting of casket• Keeping inventory of the prep room supplies • Placing and receiving orders from applicable suppliers• Maintaining records of transfer documentation and preparation guides• General cleanliness of the preparation room• Ensuring proper COVID-19 protocols are followed at all times• General maintenance of equipment• Occasionally arranging or directing funeral services
Compensation will be commensurate with ability and years of experience. We also offer a full benefits package and possible annual bonus. Work life balance is important to us and accommodations will be considered for a preferred candidate.Resumes may be sent to Jennifer Morana at jmorana@heritagefc.ca
Employment Opportunity
Experienced Funeral Director's Assistant Heritage Funeral Centre - Toronto, Ontario
(June 28, 2021)
Who You are:• A positive, confident person, passionate about your work• Able to thrive in a team environment• Personable and warm with colleagues• Meticulous with high personal standards• Proficiency is computers and funeral software is a bonus• Creative and forward thinker• Holder of valid G driver’s licence• Have 5+ years' experience working as a funeral director's assistant
Who We Are:Heritage Funeral Centre is an independently owned and operated funeral home in midtown Toronto. It is owned by Mr. Glen Day, the fourth generation of his family in funeral services.
We are a very progressive and innovative funeral home that primarily provides traditional funeral services for Catholic and Orthodox communities. Our 20,000 square foot facility was recently extensively renovated and our business is well positioned for continued, sustained growth.
We are looking for an experienced, funeral director's assistant to join our team. Our organizational structure is unique from many other funeral homes. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach; giving our staff the space to carve out their own niche and become partners in the longer term as part of succession planning for the business.
The primary focus will be:• Transfer of decedents from places of death to the funeral home• Setting up of funerary equipment in rooms, positioning of flowers• General building, equipment and fleet maintenance• Ensuring proper COVID-19 protocols are followed at all times• Driving of hearse on funeral services• Preparing inventory of, and ordering of supplies necessary for day-to-day operations• Assisting funeral director(s) with dressing and casketing of decedents
Compensation will be commensurate with ability and years of experience. We also offer a full benefits package and possible annual bonus. Work life balance is important to us and accommodations will be considered for a preferred candidate.Resumes may be sent to Jennifer Morana at jmorana@heritagefc.ca
Employment Opportunity
Funeral Director
Contract Full-Time (12 Months)
Pine Hills
(June 22, 2021)
Canadian Memorial Services serves the Greater Toronto Area with three stand-alone Simple Alternative Funeral Centres and six Funeral Centres that are located on cemeteries owned by the Mount Pleasant Group of Cemeteries. Our success is the result of a dedicated team of professional employees who are committed to providing compassionate, caring service to each and every client, with a special focus on providing culturally sensitive service. We are currently looking for a licensed Funeral Director to join our team at our Pine Hills location in Scarborough.
The successful candidate will be required to:
• Arrange, co-ordinate and/or facilitate activities associated with family needs such as services, transfers, preparation of human remains and any other activities associated with their needs.
• Present and sell products and services to at-need and pre-need families and assist them in their decisions for disposition of human remains
• Respond to information and service inquiries
• Maintain funeral home facility and vehicles as required
• Perform other sundry tasks as assigned
Hours/Days of Work:
• Schedule is a combination of days, evenings and weekends
Qualifications:
• Valid Funeral Director’s Licence • Funeral directing and arranging experience • Able to provide funeral services to various faiths and cultures • Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills • Professional demeanour • Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task • A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and clean driving record • Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office • Aftercare and/or bereavement training would be considered an asset
We thank everyone who express their interest, however only those who are under consideration for an interview will be contacted.
Please forward applications to recruitment@mountpleasantgroup.com and quote “CFD” in the subject line.
The Mount Pleasant Group is committed to providing equitable opportunities to all applicants and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We will provide accommodation in recruitment as needed. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Employment Opportunity
Ontario Funeral Director
Licensed Class 1 Position (June 14, 2021)
Job Description Full-time Employment Toronto & Greater Toronto Area
We are a small independent funeral home looking to compliment our team with someone who has working knowledge and comfort with all aspects of funeral service, with a willingness to continue to learn and grow as a well rounded Funeral Director.
Requirements:• Minimum 3 years License Class 1 Funeral Director’s License• Embalming, Directing, Arranging (including prearranging)• Valid Ontario “G” driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract• Professional demeanor and appearance• Have the skill to communicate in other languages
As a Funeral Director you will be required to:• Be self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team• Have excellent attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy.• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.• Have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; verbal, written and presentation• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, that will exceed family’s expectations and needs
Duties Include• Arranging, Prearranging, Directing, Embalming• Transfers• Scheduled on-call• Assisting with Funeral Home Maintenance
Our Commitment:We will provide an opportunity for personal and professional growth, a focus on work/life balance, and an employee friendly working schedule.
Salary will be based on the experience and skills of the successful candidate.
Resumes must be accompanied by a HANDWRITTEN Cover Letter.
Covenant Funeral Homes Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will endeavor to accommodate all applicants.
Upon request, all job postings will be made available in alternative format.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Apply to: Luann Jones Managing Funeral Director Covenant Funeral Homes Inc 2505 Eglinton Avenue East Scarborough, Ontario M1K 2R1 jointhecovenantteam@gmail.com
No telephone inquiries please.
We are a small independent funeral home looking to compliment our team with someone who has working knowledge and comfort with all aspects of funeral service, with a willingness to continue to learn and grow as a well rounded Funeral Director.
Requirements:• Minimum 3 years License Class 1 Funeral Director’s License• Embalming, Directing, Arranging (including prearranging)• Valid Ontario “G” driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract• Professional demeanor and appearance• Have the skill to communicate in other languages
As a Funeral Director you will be required to:• Be self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team• Have excellent attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy.• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.• Have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; verbal, written and presentation• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, that will exceed family’s expectations and needs
Duties Include• Arranging, Prearranging, Directing, Embalming• Transfers• Scheduled on-call• Assisting with Funeral Home Maintenance
Our Commitment:We will provide an opportunity for personal and professional growth, a focus on work/life balance, and an employee friendly working schedule.
Salary will be based on the experience and skills of the successful candidate.
Resumes must be accompanied by a HANDWRITTEN Cover Letter.
Covenant Funeral Homes Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will endeavor to accommodate all applicants.
Upon request, all job postings will be made available in alternative format.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Apply to: Luann Jones Managing Funeral Director Covenant Funeral Homes Inc 2505 Eglinton Avenue East Scarborough, Ontario M1K 2R1 jointhecovenantteam@gmail.com
No telephone inquiries please.
Employment Opportunity
Funeral Director Assistant(June 14, 2021)
Job Description A Funeral Director's Assistant duties include, but are not limited to: Conducting transfers of the deceased from place of death Transfer the deceased to funeral homes from nursing homes, hospitals, Coroner's office etc.
Assist with delivering human remains to the Crematorium for cremation and picking up packaged cremated remains.
Assisting with the dressing and casketing of the deceased, preparing for funeral services, deliveries, driving and care of funeral vehicles. Must have a Clean Drivers Abstract and be able to safely drive funeral vehicles, such as cars or hearses, in funeral processions. Carry flowers to hearses or van for transportation to places of interment.
Assisting with administrative duties, light housekeeping duties, performing a variety of tasks during funerals to assist funeral directors and to ensure that services run smoothly and as planned. Other related funeral home activities may include Greeting people at the funeral home, offer assistance to visitors as they enter or exit the funeral home or church, closing caskets at appropriate point in services. Obtain burial permits and register with the government. Direct visitors to chapel in which visitation funerals are being held.
Work Expectations: Competitive salary 4-6 days a week- Multiple shift time opportunities. Must be able to work evenings and weekends if required. On-Call. Comprehensive and ongoing training Safety oriented employer A great work environment and an opportunity to grow within a unique funeral service environment.
Candidates with funeral service experience is preferred but not required-Training provided. This is a 24 hour business. Covenant Funeral Homes Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will endeavor to accommodate all applicants.
Upon request, all job postings will be made available in alternative format.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Apply to: Luann Jones Managing Funeral Director Covenant Funeral Homes Inc 2505 Eglinton Avenue East Scarborough, Ontario M1K 2R1 jointhecovenantteam@gmail.com
No telephone inquiries please.
Assist with delivering human remains to the Crematorium for cremation and picking up packaged cremated remains.
Assisting with the dressing and casketing of the deceased, preparing for funeral services, deliveries, driving and care of funeral vehicles. Must have a Clean Drivers Abstract and be able to safely drive funeral vehicles, such as cars or hearses, in funeral processions. Carry flowers to hearses or van for transportation to places of interment.
Assisting with administrative duties, light housekeeping duties, performing a variety of tasks during funerals to assist funeral directors and to ensure that services run smoothly and as planned. Other related funeral home activities may include Greeting people at the funeral home, offer assistance to visitors as they enter or exit the funeral home or church, closing caskets at appropriate point in services. Obtain burial permits and register with the government. Direct visitors to chapel in which visitation funerals are being held.
Work Expectations: Competitive salary 4-6 days a week- Multiple shift time opportunities. Must be able to work evenings and weekends if required. On-Call. Comprehensive and ongoing training Safety oriented employer A great work environment and an opportunity to grow within a unique funeral service environment.
Candidates with funeral service experience is preferred but not required-Training provided. This is a 24 hour business. Covenant Funeral Homes Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will endeavor to accommodate all applicants.
Upon request, all job postings will be made available in alternative format.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Apply to: Luann Jones Managing Funeral Director Covenant Funeral Homes Inc 2505 Eglinton Avenue East Scarborough, Ontario M1K 2R1 jointhecovenantteam@gmail.com
No telephone inquiries please.
Employment Opportunity
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Funeral Director, Class 2Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home (May 18, 2021)
Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services – Archdiocese of Toronto (CCFS) is hiring full-time Class 2 Licensed Funeral Director at our Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home located in Markham.
Job Responsibilities:• Works collaboratively with the team to arrange, coordinate and direct funeral services from the first point of contact to the final disposition.• Co-ordinate and liaise with families to create various memorial tributes for deceased prior to and during funeral services using the various technological applications available. • Ensure that every aspect of client family care and service provided is done with the highest professional standards with both compassionate care and exceptional customer service between funeral and cemetery services. • Complete contracts and manage various documents and collection of payments in accordance to CCFS policies and with the required level of details, accuracy and confidentiality.• Direct and lead Funeral Director Assistants and support staff as directed by management and in accordance to CCFS expectations for highest professional standards and in adherence to policies and procedures.• Meet and exceed the needs and expectations of the families we serve and efficiently respond and resolve customer inquiries and any related service concerns as required.• Co-ordinate interments, entombments and cremation burials with various cemeteries.• Work to understand the important relationship between the funeral home and the cemetery property to ensure a cohesive and collegial working environment.• Develop and maintain relationships within the Catholic community for the purposes of mission fulfillment, revenue generation and market share growth.
Qualifications:• Class 2 Funeral Directors license and experience in funeral service.• Exhibits experience in superior arrangement and directing skills • Committed to provide excellent customer service by working effectively and independently or as part of a team.• Outstanding interpersonal, presentation and both verbal and written communication skills.• Exceptional attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy.• Ability to use and learn various technological applications common within funeral homes.• Excellent knowledge of Funeral Home procedures and business practices • Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and works well under pressure.• A thorough understanding of the Catholic faith, beliefs, traditions and practices pertaining to funerals, funeral mass and burials is essential. • A valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and a clear Police Clearance Record is a required.
Employee Benefits:At CCFS we recognize the importance of the ability to build a long lasting career that allows employees the ability to contribute, team work and professional development. As an employer, we seek candidates that share our vision for compassionate care and service, and are driven to build a long lasting and rewarding career with a bereavement sector leader. As an employer we offer:• secure employment with balanced work schedules• competitive salary & full benefit package• generous performance team based quarterly and annual incentives• employee assistance programs• employee-matched pension plan program• uniform & dry cleaning programs• training opportunities• employee recognition programs• a great work environment • professional advancement opportunities
Interested Funeral Directors who share our vision to provide compassionate care for a broad spectrum of bereavement services and are looking for a unique and mutually rewarding employment experience are invited to submit their resume and cover letter in confidence to: Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services – Archdiocese of TorontoEmail: resume@cc-fs.ca
Qualifications:• Class 2 Funeral Directors license and experience in funeral service.• Exhibits experience in superior arrangement and directing skills • Committed to provide excellent customer service by working effectively and independently or as part of a team.• Outstanding interpersonal, presentation and both verbal and written communication skills.• Exceptional attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy.• Ability to use and learn various technological applications common within funeral homes.• Excellent knowledge of Funeral Home procedures and business practices • Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and works well under pressure.• A thorough understanding of the Catholic faith, beliefs, traditions and practices pertaining to funerals, funeral mass and burials is essential. • A valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and a clear Police Clearance Record is a required.
Employee Benefits:At CCFS we recognize the importance of the ability to build a long lasting career that allows employees the ability to contribute, team work and professional development. As an employer, we seek candidates that share our vision for compassionate care and service, and are driven to build a long lasting and rewarding career with a bereavement sector leader. As an employer we offer:• secure employment with balanced work schedules• competitive salary & full benefit package• generous performance team based quarterly and annual incentives• employee assistance programs• employee-matched pension plan program• uniform & dry cleaning programs• training opportunities• employee recognition programs• a great work environment • professional advancement opportunities
Interested Funeral Directors who share our vision to provide compassionate care for a broad spectrum of bereavement services and are looking for a unique and mutually rewarding employment experience are invited to submit their resume and cover letter in confidence to: Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services – Archdiocese of TorontoEmail: resume@cc-fs.ca
Employment Opportunities
Springfield Funeral Home,
Kelowna, British Columbia(May 7, 2021)
Due to continued growth, we have three openings, a Funeral Service Manager, a licensed funeral director, and an embalmer to join our team. The successful candidates must be dynamic, self-starting and customer service driven. You will possess exceptional skills and experience in either: Arranging and Directing services and/or embalming.
Currently openings: 1. Funeral Service Manager (Managing all Licensed team members)2. Funeral Director/Arranger3. Embalmer to work within our Care Centre
Consideration will also be given to recently licensed graduates, for the non-managerial positions.We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.Founded in 1981, Springfield Funeral Home is an independent family-owned and operated funeral home. Kelowna is a vibrant city, that offers an excellent quality of life, with its location in the beautiful pristine Okanagan Valley, a setting that is second to none.
Please forward your cover letter and resume to the Rod Attwell, General Manager: rod@springfieldfuneralhome.com.
Ownership Opportunity FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE
SASKATCHEWAN FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE (May 6, 2021)
Saskatchewan Funeral Home available for purchase. Established funeral business with two locations in Saskatchewan is being offered for sale. Owners wish to retire. The Funeral Home does 80+ calls a year on average and has $2.9 million in Pre-Paid’s. The Chapel can accommodate upwards of 240 guests with padded pews. Also extra seating space is available and wheel chair spaces. Email kevin@kevinsmith.ca for more information.
Assistant Quality Control Manager Toronto, ON
Assistant Quality Control Manager –
Vescio Funeral Home(May 5, 2021)
Job DescriptionAn Assistant Quality Control Manager would assist the quality control manager in supervising staff and overseeing the implementation of new policies, procedures, and ensures ideas put forward by owners, the general manager. In addition, they would ensure that all services are being performed efficiently and at the highest of standards. In addition, inspecting all merchandise and equipment within the funeral home to ensure we are providing only the best quality service and products to our families.
Duties Include:• Ensure that all staff are abiding by policies and procedures – Especially promoting new policies and procedures being implemented through the owners and general manager.• Reporting back to the owners and general manager about any inefficiencies within the company. Ex. Policies not being followed, staffing issues, redundancies, product damages• Devising new improvements to procedures and training the staff• Inspecting the funeral homes (all three chapels) for any maintenance issues Ex. signage problems, cleanliness, etc• Attending and participating in monthly staff meetings (all three chapels)• All aspects of funeral services including arranging with at-need and pre-need families, directing funerals, embalming if necessary, dressing and casketing the deceased, applying cosmetics, working visitations,
We are offering:• Competitive starting salary – 80k• Progressive management schedule – Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.• Cell Phone Allowance• Dry Cleaning Allowance• Monthly Gas Card• Health & Dental Benefits• Company Uniform – Provided Annually• 5 Paid Lieu Days – 2 Weeks of Vacation
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to vesciolui@gmail.com or call our office in Woodbridge at 905-850-3332.
Duties Include:• Ensure that all staff are abiding by policies and procedures – Especially promoting new policies and procedures being implemented through the owners and general manager.• Reporting back to the owners and general manager about any inefficiencies within the company. Ex. Policies not being followed, staffing issues, redundancies, product damages• Devising new improvements to procedures and training the staff• Inspecting the funeral homes (all three chapels) for any maintenance issues Ex. signage problems, cleanliness, etc• Attending and participating in monthly staff meetings (all three chapels)• All aspects of funeral services including arranging with at-need and pre-need families, directing funerals, embalming if necessary, dressing and casketing the deceased, applying cosmetics, working visitations,
We are offering:• Competitive starting salary – 80k• Progressive management schedule – Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.• Cell Phone Allowance• Dry Cleaning Allowance• Monthly Gas Card• Health & Dental Benefits• Company Uniform – Provided Annually• 5 Paid Lieu Days – 2 Weeks of Vacation
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to vesciolui@gmail.com or call our office in Woodbridge at 905-850-3332.
Well Established Saskatchewan Funeral Home For Sale
Well Established Saskatchewan
Funeral Home For Sale(April 27, 2021)
• City location with 5-year average of 150 calls per year• 5-year cremation average of 39%• 250 Pre-paid funeral arrangements (Trust and Insurance)• Annual sales increasing year over year• Monument sales - strong and increasing• Funeral Home has 225 seat chapel, family room, viewing room, lounge, large business office andArrangement room.• Garage has 3 heated bays and enclosed carport. Funeral home also has ample paved parking• Auto fleet: 9 in total (3 limos, 2 coaches, 2 lead cars and 2 transfer vehicles)• Off-site crematorium located on three acres south of city and five minutes from funeral home• Both locations recently renovated inside and out, including mechanical and LED lighting• Inventory and fixtures included
For more information contact Brian, email: brian@mackenziechapel.ca
For more information contact Brian, email: brian@mackenziechapel.ca
Senior Funeral Director Employment Opportunity
Senior Funeral Director Position Available
Heritage Funeral Centre(April 18, 2021)
Who You are:• Positive, confident person, passionate about helping people• Able to thrive in a team environment• Personable and warm with colleagues and families alike• Meticulous with high personal standards• Proficient in computers and funeral software• Creative and forward thinker• Holder of valid G driver’s licence• Licensed Class 1 Funeral Director• Have 5+ years' experience working as a funeral director
Who We Are:Heritage Funeral Centre is an independently owned and operated funeral home in midtown Toronto. It is owned by Mr. Glen Day, the fourth generation of his family in funeral services.We are a very progressive and innovative funeral home that primarily provides traditional funeral services for Catholic and Orthodox communities. Our 20,000 square foot facility was recently extensively renovated and our business is well positioned for continued, sustained growth.We are looking for an experienced, Senior Funeral Director to join our team. Our organizational structure is unique from many other funeral homes. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach; giving our directors the space to carve out their own niche and become partners in the longer term as part of succession planning for the business. Primary Job Duties:• The primary focus will be:• Conducting/Directing funeral services both on and offsite• Arranging funeral services with emphasis on at-need arrangements including organizing and booking of staff & vehicles, grave opening with cemetery, church services, etc. Secondary aspects:• Exceptional embalming skills is an asset but will not be a requirement of your duties• Other care of deceased such as dressing, casketing and cosmetics• Transfers of decedents as necessary• Ongoing participation in care, maintenance and house keeping of facility and vehicles• Supporting, team player in all aspects of funeral services Compensation will be commensurate with ability and years of experience with a range up to $85,000 per annum. We also offer a full benefits package and possible annual bonus. Work life balance is important to us and accommodations will be considered for a preferred candidate. All applications will be solely received and reviewed by the owner, Mr. Glen Day, and kept strictly confidential. If a candidate is selected for an interview, the confidentiality will be continuously maintained until the candidate agrees limited disclosure can be made to other Heritage personnel. Please apply to gday@heritagefc.ca
Who We Are:Heritage Funeral Centre is an independently owned and operated funeral home in midtown Toronto. It is owned by Mr. Glen Day, the fourth generation of his family in funeral services.We are a very progressive and innovative funeral home that primarily provides traditional funeral services for Catholic and Orthodox communities. Our 20,000 square foot facility was recently extensively renovated and our business is well positioned for continued, sustained growth.We are looking for an experienced, Senior Funeral Director to join our team. Our organizational structure is unique from many other funeral homes. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach; giving our directors the space to carve out their own niche and become partners in the longer term as part of succession planning for the business. Primary Job Duties:• The primary focus will be:• Conducting/Directing funeral services both on and offsite• Arranging funeral services with emphasis on at-need arrangements including organizing and booking of staff & vehicles, grave opening with cemetery, church services, etc. Secondary aspects:• Exceptional embalming skills is an asset but will not be a requirement of your duties• Other care of deceased such as dressing, casketing and cosmetics• Transfers of decedents as necessary• Ongoing participation in care, maintenance and house keeping of facility and vehicles• Supporting, team player in all aspects of funeral services Compensation will be commensurate with ability and years of experience with a range up to $85,000 per annum. We also offer a full benefits package and possible annual bonus. Work life balance is important to us and accommodations will be considered for a preferred candidate. All applications will be solely received and reviewed by the owner, Mr. Glen Day, and kept strictly confidential. If a candidate is selected for an interview, the confidentiality will be continuously maintained until the candidate agrees limited disclosure can be made to other Heritage personnel. Please apply to gday@heritagefc.ca
Funeral Director - Part Time
Vescio Funeral Homes has been providing the very best service in the GTA since 2002.
We are currently expanding our team and are looking for a part time
Class 1 Funeral Director.(April 12, 2021)
Vescio Funeral Homes is looking for a part time embalmer. The position is for weekends, and on-call availability. The employee will be paid $150 for each transfer and embalming of a deceased. You must possess a Class 1 Funeral Director License and be willing to embalming at one of our three locations. We currently serve the communities of Woodbridge, Toronto and Maple.
Vescio Funeral Homes is up front, honest, and a great company to work for. We treat our families and our staff like our own. We have an energetic, educated, and well-rounded staff that welcome challenge. If you think you would be a good member of our team please confidential send your resume to: vesciolui@gmail.com.
Vescio Funeral Homes is up front, honest, and a great company to work for. We treat our families and our staff like our own. We have an energetic, educated, and well-rounded staff that welcome challenge. If you think you would be a good member of our team please confidential send your resume to: vesciolui@gmail.com.
Job Opportunity: Funeral Director - Funeral Director & Embalmer
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Funeral Director & Embalmer
Mississauga, Ontario(March 20, 2021)
Park Lawn Corporation (TSX: PLC) is the largest publicly traded Canadian-owned funeral, cremation and cemetery provider and is the fastest growing company in the industry in North America. Since 2013 PLC has grown from 6 cemetery properties in Toronto, Ontario to a diverse portfolio of properties and businesses operating across Canada and the US with over 300 properties, 2,500 staff, and year-over-year revenue growth.With a dynamic leadership team and innovative approach to our operations, PLC has a strategic advantage over the more traditional players in a stagnant industry resistant to change. As the company continues its strong growth both organically and through acquisition, PLC is changing the way products and services are delivered and how customers engage with the marketplace. Position Summary: The Embalmer and Central Prep Coordinator at Basic Funerals, a subsidiary of Park Lawn Corporation, will oversee many aspects of our licensed facilities and embalming room at their Mississauga, Ontario location.Total compensation is competitive and will commensurate with experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: • All Funeral Director duties in the prep room including embalming, alternative preparations, cosmetics and dressing.• Manage prep room supplies and maintain the cleanliness of facilities• Coordinate upcoming preparations and ensure all funeral directors who wish to embalm are regularly scheduled in the preparation room• Train and assist junior funeral directors in embalming and preparation as needed.• Coordinate refrigeration facilities holding up to 60 decedents at a time. This includes signing decedents in and out of our facilities, casing decedents for cremation and burial, coordinating personal effects and completing regular inventory checks.• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse including casket inventory.• May be asked to assist on transfers from time to time.• Performing other related duties as required
Qualifications:• Active Funeral Director’s license in good standing• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract• Exceptional active listening, verbal and written communication skills• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please apply vis-à-vis LinkedIn, or by submitting your resume to ntaneja@plcorp.com and citing Funeral Director & Embalmer in the subject line. Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Duties and Responsibilities: • All Funeral Director duties in the prep room including embalming, alternative preparations, cosmetics and dressing.• Manage prep room supplies and maintain the cleanliness of facilities• Coordinate upcoming preparations and ensure all funeral directors who wish to embalm are regularly scheduled in the preparation room• Train and assist junior funeral directors in embalming and preparation as needed.• Coordinate refrigeration facilities holding up to 60 decedents at a time. This includes signing decedents in and out of our facilities, casing decedents for cremation and burial, coordinating personal effects and completing regular inventory checks.• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse including casket inventory.• May be asked to assist on transfers from time to time.• Performing other related duties as required
Qualifications:• Active Funeral Director’s license in good standing• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract• Exceptional active listening, verbal and written communication skills• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please apply vis-à-vis LinkedIn, or by submitting your resume to ntaneja@plcorp.com and citing Funeral Director & Embalmer in the subject line. Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Ownership Opportunity FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE
FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE
LOCATED IN MAJOR WESTERN CANADA CITY(March 15, 2021)
Well established funeral home available in Western Canada. Located in a major city, the funeral home sits on a large parcel of land allowing for possible expansion. The funeral home does in excess of 250 calls annually. Also available is an 20+- acre cemetery with approximately 15,000 plots still available as well as a crematorium. Several vehicles included. Contact kevin@kevinsmith.ca
Class 1 Funeral Director Position
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Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral HomeGuelph, Ontario(March 12, 2021)
A full-time opportunity is available in Guelph, Ontario. If you are a passionate and dedicatedFuneral Director looking to contribute to a fast-paced and growing company, this positioncould be for you!Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home, is privately owned by the MacIntyre family, and hasbeen dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate and personalized service to familiessince 1933. We are seeking a full-time Licensed Funeral Director to join our team servicingmultiple locations. The successful candidate must be passionate, highly-organized, a teamplayer,an excellent communicator, and confident in arranging funerals and services withfamilies, directing funerals, committed to offering respectful, honest and professional services,and proficient in your embalming skills. We are currently seeking a Funeral Director (Class 1)to work various assigned shifts in any of our locations.In this role you will carry out assigned duties, particularly specific to ensuring a professionalenvironment is upheld. As well, you will contribute to the organization by promoting andsupporting the dignity of our clients, recognizing their emotional and cultural well-being.More specifically, as a Funeral Director, you will:
- Arrange funerals, direct funerals, arrange and direct dispositions, and pre-arrangements
- Care for deceased such as but not limited to embalming, casketing, dressing and cosmetics
- Demonstrate proficient embalming skills
- Be self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team
- Assist with transfers of deceased when necessary
- Prepare and be able to conduct funerals
- Have excellent attention to detail and a consistently high level of accuracy
- Provide the best possible care for the families we serve
- Assist with administrative duties and housekeeping duties
- Offer assistance and support to the bereaved families
- Support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements.
- Able to work weekdays, some weekends, and on-call
- A valid Driver’s License
- Class 1 Funeral Directors license; 2-5 years’ experience preferred
- Knowledge of Funeral Home procedures and business practices
- Must be detail-oriented and professional
- Ability to work with individuals from ethnic or religious backgrounds different from your own.
- Computer literacy
- Ability to take direction well and work effectively both in a team environment team and independently
Job Opportunity - Licensed Funeral Director
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Reynolds Funeral Home (W. Bruce Turner Holdings Ltd.)1 Mary St., Bracebridge, Ontario(March 11, 2021)
Position Summary: The Funeral Director at Reynolds Funeral Home, a division of Park Lawn Corporation will be reporting to the General Manager. As a valued member of the team, the Funeral Director will offer support to all our Muskoka funeral chapels and will collaborate with team members to provide superior customer service. The incumbent will participate in all aspects of funeral arrangements, funeral directing, and deceased care Total compensation is competitive and will commensurate with experience. Duties and Responsibilities: • Offer comfort and superior customer service to bereaved families and friends of the deceased• Provide funeral service information and options to customers• Plan and attend to all tasks and functions in the arrangement conference and completion of personalized funeral services • Carry out deceased care including but not limited to sanitary care, washing, dressing, embalming, restoration, cosmetology and casketing• Provide care for cremated remains including but not limited to placing cremated remains in permanent receptacles, arranging for security and shelter of remains and coordinating the permanent memorial• Oversee and direct funeral services to ensure all details are attended to and provide immediate resolution to any issues that may arise• Obtain all necessary information to complete all legal documents in an accurate and timely manner such as death certificates and burial permits • Contact newspaper to provide details of services as required• Complete various funeral documentation and perform data entry, printing and filing• Relay customer quality improvement suggestions to management• Support new product/service development by integrating customer feedback• Answer telephones and provide on call coverage as necessary• Promptly attend to and resolve customer complaints or concerns • Identify building, equipment, and vehicle safety and/or maintenance requirements • Promote and advocate quality achievement and continuous improvement through quality control and development of processes• Comply with all regulations and laws respecting funeral service and care of the deceased• Perform other duties as required from time to time at various Park Lawn Corporation subsidiaries in the Muskoka region
Other Muskoka Funeral Homes under Park Lawn Corporation include:Cavill-Turner Funeral Home – Gravenhurst, ONBillingsley Funeral Home – Huntsville, ONOpatovsky Funeral Home “Dempster Chapel” – Burks Falls, ONOpatovsky Funeral Home “Moore Chapel” – Sundridge, ON
Qualifications:• Possess a valid Ontario driver’s license in good standing• Active Class 1 Ontario Funeral Director’s license in good standing• 2-5 years’ experience as a Funeral Director• Capability to work shifts including overnights, weekends, holiday and “on call” coverage as necessary• Ability to lift weight in excess of 50 lbs.• Strong team player who is friendly, professional and compassionate • Strong organization skills and excellent attention to detail • Pre-need experience considered an asset but not required• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate may be required to complete a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your resume to our General Manager, Darren Growen at dgrowen@plcorp.com Park Lawn Corporation (TSX: PLC) is the largest publicly traded Canadian-owned funeral, cremation and cemetery provider and is the fastest growing company in the industry in North America. Since 2013 PLC has grown from 6 cemetery properties in Toronto, Ontario to a diverse portfolio of properties and businesses operating across Canada and the US with over 300 properties, 2,500 staff, and year-over-year revenue growth.With a dynamic leadership team and innovative approach to our operations, PLC has a strategic advantage over the more traditional players in a stagnant industry resistant to change. As the company continues its strong growth both organically and through acquisition, PLC is changing the way products and services are delivered and how customers engage with the marketplace.
Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Other Muskoka Funeral Homes under Park Lawn Corporation include:Cavill-Turner Funeral Home – Gravenhurst, ONBillingsley Funeral Home – Huntsville, ONOpatovsky Funeral Home “Dempster Chapel” – Burks Falls, ONOpatovsky Funeral Home “Moore Chapel” – Sundridge, ON
Qualifications:• Possess a valid Ontario driver’s license in good standing• Active Class 1 Ontario Funeral Director’s license in good standing• 2-5 years’ experience as a Funeral Director• Capability to work shifts including overnights, weekends, holiday and “on call” coverage as necessary• Ability to lift weight in excess of 50 lbs.• Strong team player who is friendly, professional and compassionate • Strong organization skills and excellent attention to detail • Pre-need experience considered an asset but not required• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and funeral software• The successful candidate may be required to complete a background check
To Apply:We’d love to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your resume to our General Manager, Darren Growen at dgrowen@plcorp.com Park Lawn Corporation (TSX: PLC) is the largest publicly traded Canadian-owned funeral, cremation and cemetery provider and is the fastest growing company in the industry in North America. Since 2013 PLC has grown from 6 cemetery properties in Toronto, Ontario to a diverse portfolio of properties and businesses operating across Canada and the US with over 300 properties, 2,500 staff, and year-over-year revenue growth.With a dynamic leadership team and innovative approach to our operations, PLC has a strategic advantage over the more traditional players in a stagnant industry resistant to change. As the company continues its strong growth both organically and through acquisition, PLC is changing the way products and services are delivered and how customers engage with the marketplace.
Park Lawn Corporation is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier-free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Human Resources Lead and/or Hiring Manager for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Funeral Home Available
Funeral Home Available
Located In Major Centre, Central Ontario(March 3, 2021)
Located in a major centre in central Ontario. This Funeral Home has had constant growth every year and is now well over 300 calls per year. The building is approximately 11,000 sq. ft with the main area having a large reception area with a gas fireplace and reception counter. There is a study, expandable visitation room, chapel with 16’ ceilings, kitchenette, business office, storage closet, men’s and women’s washrooms, and a handicapped washroom, 2 car garage with storage and electrical room, a preparation room with a 2 piece washroom. The 2nd floor has an open reception area (with kitchenette), a reception/sitting area with gas fireplace, utility closet, men’s and woman’s washrooms and a casket room. The property is wired for a back-up generator, mircom fire alarm system, 2 hot water tanks and a water softener. Paved parking at front and rear and side of the building. Site is partially fenced. All Funeral Home is on almost 2 acres well within the town limits. Serious enquiries will be required to provide a brief resume of work experience and will be required to sign a NDA prior to financials etc being forwarded. Email kevin@kevinsmith.ca for details. “
Employment Opportunity
Funeral Director (Class 1 or 2)
Permanent – Full Time(February 26, 2021)
The Funeral Cooperative Network is a group of three established funeral homes (French Family Funeral Home, Perrin Funeral Chapel and McDonald Funeral Home) working towards becoming a Funeral Cooperative within the next few months. We are currently looking to add a dynamic Funeral Director (Class 1 or 2) that is willing to grow into a management position.
The ideal individual works well in a team environment, is open minded, customer focused, and driven to excel at their career of serving families.
Our future teammate should have the following attributes…• A forward thinker who is not afraid to try something new or bring forward new ideas.• Be professional not only in their actions but also in their appearance.• Able to use computers, electronics, and their related programs.• Has initiative and can work efficiently when under pressure.• Ability to serve clients beyond expectations.• Be willing to work at other locations when needed.• Can multitask and organize multiple files at once.• Has a valid driver’s license with a clean record.
Successful Candidates can expect a salary between $52,500 to $65,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
Some Benefits and Perks Include:• An excellent benefit package.• 4% matching RRSP• Provision for clothing allowance (suit, shoes, etc.)• Monthly cell phone allowance• Annual wellness allowance• Paid Vacations and Personal Days• Additional perks throughout the year
We will provide an opportunity for personal and professional growth, a focus on work/life balance, and an employee friendly working schedule.
A resume may be sent in confidence to Glen French, General Manager to gfrench@fcfq.coop
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The ideal individual works well in a team environment, is open minded, customer focused, and driven to excel at their career of serving families.
Our future teammate should have the following attributes…• A forward thinker who is not afraid to try something new or bring forward new ideas.• Be professional not only in their actions but also in their appearance.• Able to use computers, electronics, and their related programs.• Has initiative and can work efficiently when under pressure.• Ability to serve clients beyond expectations.• Be willing to work at other locations when needed.• Can multitask and organize multiple files at once.• Has a valid driver’s license with a clean record.
Successful Candidates can expect a salary between $52,500 to $65,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
Some Benefits and Perks Include:• An excellent benefit package.• 4% matching RRSP• Provision for clothing allowance (suit, shoes, etc.)• Monthly cell phone allowance• Annual wellness allowance• Paid Vacations and Personal Days• Additional perks throughout the year
We will provide an opportunity for personal and professional growth, a focus on work/life balance, and an employee friendly working schedule.
A resume may be sent in confidence to Glen French, General Manager to gfrench@fcfq.coop
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Opportunity (GTA)
FUNERAL DIRECTORS & INTERNS
ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS(February 5, 2021)
Vescio Funeral Homes has been providing the very best service in the GTA since 2002. We are currently expanding our team and are looking for funeral directors and interns of all experience levels.
Our ideal candidate works well in a team environment, is energetic, eager, educated, passionate, and is looking to make a difference in the lives of the families we serve. We need someone who stands out and who is not afraid to go the extra mile for each and every family we serve.
A Successful Candidate Must . . .• Have a professional demeanor.• Know how to use a computer (Office / Photo software)• Be Self-motivated and able to work efficiently under pressure.• Have excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and communication skills• Demonstrate strong customer service skills• Be willing to work at all locations• Multitask and organize• Have a valid driver’s license with a clean record
Successful Candidates will be offered an Salary that is well above average for Funeral Services.
Some Benefits and Perks Include:• A fantastic benefits package.• Custom tailored suit, annually, including overcoat• $150 / month in allowances for gas, dry cleaning, and cell phone• Progressive work schedule• Commission on select sales• Paid Vacations and Personal Days• Annual gift cards and Lieu days
We are up front, honest, and a great company to work for. We treat our families and our staff like our own. We are looking for funeral directors who work hard and are looking for long term employment. We have an energetic, educated, and well-rounded staff that welcome challenge. If this sounds interesting to you, if you feel bored at work, if you need to be challenged, if you need a change to better your future, Vescio Funeral Home is the place for you. Email or call me now to begin a long, successful, rewarding career.
Confidential send your resume to: team.vescio@gmail.com
Vescio Funeral Homes is also looking for new Part Time Funeral Director Assistants to join our team. An appropriate candidate would assist our team of funeral directors in greeting guests, cleaning the funeral home, assisting with setting up visitation rooms, assisting the funeral directors on funerals, and all general duties around the funeral home. You would need to have a professional demeanor, be well groomed, and eager to help others.
The appropriate candidate MUST have:· Valid G drivers license and clean record.· A Black Suit, white dress shirts, and black dress shoes.
We provide you with a competitive wage in a safe and healthy work environment. We are up front, honest, and a great company to work for. We treat our families and our staff like our own. If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume vesciolui@gmail.com or call the funeral home at 905-850-3332.
Our ideal candidate works well in a team environment, is energetic, eager, educated, passionate, and is looking to make a difference in the lives of the families we serve. We need someone who stands out and who is not afraid to go the extra mile for each and every family we serve.
A Successful Candidate Must . . .• Have a professional demeanor.• Know how to use a computer (Office / Photo software)• Be Self-motivated and able to work efficiently under pressure.• Have excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and communication skills• Demonstrate strong customer service skills• Be willing to work at all locations• Multitask and organize• Have a valid driver’s license with a clean record
Successful Candidates will be offered an Salary that is well above average for Funeral Services.
Some Benefits and Perks Include:• A fantastic benefits package.• Custom tailored suit, annually, including overcoat• $150 / month in allowances for gas, dry cleaning, and cell phone• Progressive work schedule• Commission on select sales• Paid Vacations and Personal Days• Annual gift cards and Lieu days
We are up front, honest, and a great company to work for. We treat our families and our staff like our own. We are looking for funeral directors who work hard and are looking for long term employment. We have an energetic, educated, and well-rounded staff that welcome challenge. If this sounds interesting to you, if you feel bored at work, if you need to be challenged, if you need a change to better your future, Vescio Funeral Home is the place for you. Email or call me now to begin a long, successful, rewarding career.
Confidential send your resume to: team.vescio@gmail.com
Vescio Funeral Homes is also looking for new Part Time Funeral Director Assistants to join our team. An appropriate candidate would assist our team of funeral directors in greeting guests, cleaning the funeral home, assisting with setting up visitation rooms, assisting the funeral directors on funerals, and all general duties around the funeral home. You would need to have a professional demeanor, be well groomed, and eager to help others.
The appropriate candidate MUST have:· Valid G drivers license and clean record.· A Black Suit, white dress shirts, and black dress shoes.
We provide you with a competitive wage in a safe and healthy work environment. We are up front, honest, and a great company to work for. We treat our families and our staff like our own. If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume vesciolui@gmail.com or call the funeral home at 905-850-3332.
FUNERAL HOME PURCHASE OPPORTUNITY
FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE
LOCATED IN GROWING ONTARIO COMMUNITY(January 19, 2021)
Funeral Home for Sale: Located in a small but fast growing town as is a bedroom community for major centres and easy commute to metro Toronto. This Funeral Home is well established doing about 50+ calls. Included is an 2007 Chev Uplander that has been converted into a coach. Over $100,000 in Reno’s over past few years. The 1st Mortgage may be assumed if you are approved by the lender. Contact kevin@kevinsmith.ca for more information
Purchase Opportunity
FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE
CENTRAL ONTARIO(January 19, 2021)
Funeral Home For Sale: Located in Central Ontario this Funeral Home has an apartment that was renovated in the past couple years. The Funeral Home is in an area with good growth as only an hour from all major centres. The Funeral Home does 60+ Funerals and this number is expected to grow substantially over the next few years. It sits on 1 acre of land and normally seats 120. Contact kevin@kevinsmith.ca for details.
Employment Opportunity
APPRENTICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR
& INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER COORDINATOR(January 15, 2021)
Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services in Aldergrove, BC is hiring an Apprentice Funeral Director and International Transfer Coordinator. This full-time permanent position requires a high level of compassion and a caring individual who enjoys helping others. The successful candidate is responsible for consulting with families of the deceased regarding funeral services, disposition of remains and funeral costs, assisting on memorial and traditional funeral services, evening viewings and prayer services, coordinating the transferring decedents to and from Canada, communicating with embassies and consulates, and coordinating with foreign funeral homes and cemeteries. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication skills, who enjoy working with and helping people. The ideal candidate will be very organized, have a high sense of urgency, the ability to multitask with a pleasant demeanor. Must be proficient in English and one other European language, and be able to perform the physical requirements of the job.Required Education, Skills and Qualifications: · Excel in both written and verbal English and preferably one other European language communication (preference given to French, Spanish and German)
· Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications, including photo editing and touch-ups. · Minimum 5 years professional work experience in a related field, working with elderly individuals, including families of such individuals · Be able to complete the physical demands of the job, including lifting no less than 50 lbs · Assist with other tasks (cleaning vehicles, assisting with clerical duties)· Have a flexible schedule which may include evenings, weekends and statutory holidays· Have a Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record· Have a minimum two-year college program in a relevant field of study · Must be committed to complete the provincial government’s funeral director and embalmer licensing program.Compensation, including extended health and dental benefits, is competitive and will be tailored to match the qualification and skill of the individual applicant.Candidates meeting the requirements above are invited to apply directly with the company by sending a cover letter and resume to careers@myalternatives.ca or faxing to our confidential fax line at (604) 857-9755. Address: 3070 275A Street, Aldergrove, BC, V4W 3L4Wage: $25.00 to $26.00 per hour, 40 hours per week