Intern Funeral Director

Arbor-Memorial; Regina; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Memorial in Regina, Saskatchewan is seeking an Intern Funeral Director to support families on their end-of-life journey, under the direction of the Funeral Home Manager and Senior Funeral Director. You will file death certificates, maintain obituaries online, and assist during services.

Your growth path as an Intern Funeral Director and leader in the profession awaits you here at Arbor Memorial and Regina Funeral Home.

Job Type: Full Time; Vacancy Status: Active recruitment for this role.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary funeral service education program.
• 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 with 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 and clean driving abstract.

Responsibilities

• Arranges, coordinates and directs funeral ceremonies.
• Meets and surpasses the needs and expectations of the families we serve.
• Supports licensed Funeral Directors in providing funeral services to client families.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Education

Funeral service program

Tools

Funeral Home procedures

Job description

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 an Intern Funeral Director at Regina Funeral Home located in Regina, Saskatchewan, you will have the opportunity to provide meaningful support to families on their end-of-life journey. You will be responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of funeral services under the direction of the Funeral Home Manager and Senior Funeral Director, 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 an Intern Funeral Director and as a leader in the funeral profession awaits you here at Arbor Memorial and Regina Funeral Home.

Job Type: Full Time

Vacancy Status: This is a current vacancy and we are actively recruiting for this role.

Key Qualifications and Demonstrated Abilities:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary funeral service education program.
• 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 and clean driving abstract.

Responsibilities:

• Arranges, coordinates and directs funeral ceremonies.
• Meets and surpasses the needs and expectations of the families we serve.
• Supports licensed Funeral Directors in providing funeral services to client families.
• Other duties may be assigned.

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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