Funeral Director

Arbor-Memorial; Midland; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Memorial invites applications for a Funeral Director at locations in Midland and Barrie, Ontario. This full-time contract role directs funeral services, handles death certificate filings, embalming, and online obituaries, while ensuring families receive compassionate support.

You will lead ceremonies, collaborate with teams, and uphold Arbor’s standards of service and integrity. A valid Funeral Directors license is required, with opportunities for professional growth within Arbor Memorial

Qualifications

• Possesses a Funeral Directors license.
• Displays proven arrangement, directing and embalming skills.
• Passion for customer care demonstrated in previous experiences.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently or in a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills with ability to partner with all levels of the organization.
• Embodies Arbor’s values of compassion, integrity, trust, teamwork, belonging and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Arranges, coordinates and directs funeral ceremonies.
• Meets and surpasses the needs of families we serve.
• Maintains active involvement within the community and builds rapport.
• Supports the department’s vision of technology integration by understanding its role in the funeral home’s success.

Skills

Funeral Directors license

Embalming skills

Customer care

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Salary Range: $51,000.00 To $59,000.00 Annually

Funeral Director

How many careers value compassion the same way they do knowledge and expertise? We do things differently at Arbor Memorial. Here, we focus on caring for others, on empathy, and on celebrating people in personalized ways. You’ll have our support as you serve families based on what matters most, every single day. You’ll gain valuable experience to advance in a worthwhile and rewarding career path, surrounded by kind colleagues and accessible leaders.

Working with Arbor means more than a competitive compensation package. We are invested in a culture of learning throughout our business and dedicated to providing health and wellness resources for all employees and their families. We also provide a robust pension plan to support your long-term financial planning and stability.

About this role:

As a Funeral Director at LeClair Cremation and Marshall W. Driver Cremation Services, located in Midland and Barrie, Ontario, you will have the opportunity to provide meaningful support to families on their end-of -life journey by overseeing and directing all aspects of funeral services, including: filing death certificates, maintaining online obituary listings, performing decedent embalming and providing assistance during the execution of funeral services.

Your opportunity for personal growth as a Funeral Director and as a leader in the funeral profession awaits you here at Arbor Memorial and LeClair Cremation and Marshall W. Driver Cremation Services.

Job Type:

Full Time, Contract

Vacancy Status:

This is an upcoming vacancy and we are actively recruiting for this role.

Key Qualifications and Demonstrated Abilities:

• Possesses a Funeral Directors license.
• Displays proven, superior arrangement, directing and embalming skills.
• Passion for customer care demonstrated in previous professional experiences.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills with the ability to partner will all levels of the organization.
• Exemplifies Arbor’s values of compassion, integrity, trust, teamwork, belonging and excellence.
• Excellent knowledge of Funeral Home procedures and business practices including Funeral Home Procedures Manuals.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities:

• Arranges, coordinates and directs funeral ceremonies.
• Meets and surpasses the needs and expectations of the families we serve.
• Maintains active involvement within the community and is committed to building and establishing effective relationships and rapport.
• Supports the Funeral Service Department’s vision of technology integration by understanding the role technology plays in the funeral home’s success.

About Us:

At Arbor Memorial, your career can mean more. As compassionate partners in each experience of remembrance and celebration, our team is a community focused on families and loved ones. It's rewarding work that directly impacts the lives of others. Our caring approach carries through in the way we treat one another as teammates.

Challenge yourself to grow in new directions and make your unique difference in ways that truly matter – join Arbor Memorial.

Arbor Memorial is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contribution of all team members.

We are committed to providing accessible and barrier-free employment practices and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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