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The Simple Alternative

Would you like to have the opportunity to spend more time with your family and friends, while working for one of the most progressive employers in the funeral industry? At The Simple Alternative we realize the demands of being a Funeral Director and we appreciate how difficult it can be to maintain a work-life balance. As the employer of choice, a healthy balance between career and personal life is important to us. We offer that balance with flexible shifts, excellent benefits, the opportunity for advancement and an exceptional work environment. We pride ourselves on doing things a little differently, and we’re currently seeking Licensed Funeral Directors who feel the same way. We operate licensed funeral establishments that provide a full range of service options at several locations in the Greater Toronto Area. We provide care, compassion and choice to the families we serve, bringing comfort during an otherwise difficult experience. We are looking for individuals with a minimum of 3 years experience as a Licensed Funeral Director, who have excellent interpersonal, communications and organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a professional, fast-paced environment. In turn, for your talents, we offer a competitive salary, an opportunity to share in the success of the organization through TAP, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes matched pension plan. If this sounds like you, and striking that balance is appealing, come help us make a difference.
Please send your resume to:
sflann@mountpleasantgroup.com
We invite you to visit our Web site at:
www.mountpleasantgroup.com


JOB OPPORTUNITY

ASSISTANT MANAGER

GIFFEN-MACK FUNERAL HOME - SCARBOROUGH


An opportunity exists for an Assistant Manager at the Giffen-Mack Funeral Home in Scarborough, ON.  The successful candidate shall have the following qualifications:

  • Minimum three years experience as a Licensed Funeral Director
  • Ability to work in a self-managing atmosphere in an increasingly busy location
  • Be experienced in all aspects of funeral home operations, including arranging and directing.
  • Candidate must be a dedicated team player and contribute positively to the work environment.
  • Must be detail oriented and able to meet all deadlines efficiently.
  • Valid Ontario Drivers’ License.

This position is available immediately. Confidentiality is assured.  Interested applicants should forward their resume and cover letter via fax or email to:

Trevor Charbonneau

Location Manager

Jerrett Funeral Home - Scarborough

660 Kennedy Rd

Scarborough, ON M1K 2B5

Tel:              416-266-4404

Fax:            416-266-8475

Email:            trevor.charbonneau@dignitymemorial.com


JOB OPPORTUNITIES
FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER
PERSONAL CARE CENTRE
TORONTO, ON

An opportunity exists for a Funeral Director/Embalmer in the Personal Care Centre in
Toronto. This position shall report to the Assistant Manager, Chantelle Desbois Hickey.
The successful candidate shall have the following qualifications:
• Minimum 1 to 3 years experience as a licensed Embalmer;
• Valid ON Director/Embalmer’s License
• Available to work weekend rotation and “on call” duties according to posted schedule
• Must be detail oriented and able to meet all deadlines efficiently.
• Be able to successfully manage large case loads
• Strong communication and organizational skills;
• Full understanding of all aspects of funeral service;
• Full commitment to company objectives and policies;
• Excellent customer service ability and commitment to professionalism;
• Ability to make sound and concise decisions;
• Ability to work well in a team environment with minimal supervision.
Interested applicants should forward their resume and cover letter to:
Ms. Veronica Bruton-Sadehanbi
Greater Toronto Market
Service Corporation International (Canada) Limited
8088 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON L4J 1W3
Tel: 905-889-2169 Fax: 905-889-4036
Email: veronica.bruton-sadehanbi@sci-us.com


If you are ready to accelerate your Funeral Services career to the next level, then we have the opportunity you have been searching for.
Arbor Memorial Services Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a significant player in the cemetery and funeral business from coast to coast.  Our Barrhaven location in Ottawa is currently recruiting for the position of a:
LICENSED FUNERAL DIRECTOR
Barrhaven  has an immediate need for a high energy, results oriented licensed Funeral Director with 3-5 years of progressive experience to fill this permanent full time position.  We are a well-established funeral home located in Ottawa serving a call base of approximately 200 annually.  This funeral home enjoys an exceptional relationship with their site partners, Capital Memorial Visitation Centre  and share a long history of community profile in a highly competitive marketplace.
Our ideal candidate would have a proven ability to arrange, coordinate and direct funeral services and relate well to all kinds of people. Commitment to community involvement is vital to success in this position.
The successful candidate will be a motivated, forward thinking team player, who is passionate about delivering excellence in customer service and is dedicated to meeting the needs of and surpassing the expectations of the families we serve. You possess outstanding communication skills, know how to foster teamwork and can be relied upon for continued new ideas. To be considered for this exciting and challenging opportunity, you must be a licensed Funeral Director, have a valid driver’s license and demonstrate excellent technical skills.
You will have the ability to support the Funeral Service Department’s vision of technology integration, as you understand the role technology can play in a funeral home’s success.  You have previous working experience with computers and good keyboarding skills.  
If you enjoy the challenge of working hard in a fast-paced, team based and demanding environment and are committed to success, we would love to hear from you. 

If interested in applying for this position, please fax or email your cover letter and resume no later than January 30th, 2012 to the attention of: Stephen Betts
Fax: 613-692-6960
Email: sbetts@arbormemorial.com
We offer competitive salary, flexible group benefits, comprehensive pension benefits, training and opportunity for advancement.
We thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted


Career Opportunity for a Funeral Director

Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M4G 3A8 is presently looking to hire a licensed funeral director whose primary duties will be to direct and arrange funeral services. A minimum of 5 years experience would be an asset. We require an individual with excellent communication skills. Our benefit package includes dental, medical, disability, life insurance, prescriptions, cost of living, bonuses, pension, semi-annual evaluation, clothing allowance, cleaning allowance, cost sharing on educations courses, and other incentive bonuses. Salary is commensurate with experience and ability. Apply to Joe Isgro at 416-428-1000 or joeisgro@rogers.com.


Maternity Leave Coverage Technical Position Available

Humphrey Funeral Home – A.W. Miles Chapel is presently offering an opportunity for a Funeral Director with excellent technical abilities.  The successful candidate will be responsible for technical and preparatory aspects for a 1-year maternity leave coverage effective March 1, 2012.

Our benefit package includes dental, medical, disability, life insurance, prescriptions, cost of living, bonuses, pension, semi-annual evaluation, clothing allowance, cleaning allowance, cost sharing on education courses, and other incentive bonuses.  Salary is commensurate with experience and ability.  Apply to Joe Isgro at 416-428-1000 or joeisgro@rogers.com


Career Changing Opportunities

We are a progressive, privately owned and rapidly growing Ontario Funeral Home Company.  As we continue to grow and expand our funeral home locations, we are always searching for special individuals who know they have something extra to offer the company they work for, the families they serve and community they live in. If you feel this describes you, write to us and tell us about yourself.  Describe your goals, opportunities that you feel you are ready for and things you feel you could accomplish if only given the chance. We are always looking for talented individuals who have confidence and so much more to offer than is currently being recognized.  Appreciation for one’s efforts and abilities can never be overlooked and we truly believe that our success can be attributed to the fact that those who do work with us are never under appreciated. Although we have positions available now in both management and as Licenced Funeral Directors, we also look for new opportunities to grow together that are tailored to your strengths.

Please write to us c/o Bruce H. England P.O. Box 38, Mount Forest, Ontario N0G 2L0. All replies will be held in the strictest of confidence.


FOR SALE:
1876 Sayers & Scovill Horse Drawn Hearse

Fresh Restoration to Original with over 1,000 hours by a Master Craftsman. Upholstered, all beveled glass, plumbs and tongue included, $38,000 or reasonable offer. Contact: Charles Greenwood, Chatham, Ontario 1-519-352-2517 or egreenwood3@cogeco.ca


OPPORTUNITY
Licensed Funeral Director

McDougall & Brown – Eglinton Chapel has an immediate need for a high energy, results oriented Licensed Funeral Director with 3-5 years of progressive experience who possesses a high level of compassion and integrity to fill this permanent full time position. We are a well-established funeral home located in the GTA serving a diverse client base and performing traditional funeral services with a call base of approximately 190 annually.
The successful candidate will have a proven ability in arranging, coordinating and performing funeral services, is dedicated to meeting the needs of and surpassing the expectations of the families we serve and possesses excellent communication skills with the ability to relate well to all kinds of people. You have a history of active involvement within the community and are committed to building and establishing effective relationships and rapport even in challenging situations. You have had previous success as a valued team member, know how to foster teamwork and can be relied upon for continued new ideas. You possess excellent technical skills and a valid driver’s license.
You will have the ability to support the Funeral Service Department’s vision of technology integration, as you understand the role technology can play in a funeral home’s success. You have previous experience with computers in the workplace and good keyboarding skills. Knowledge of the “Director” arrangement program would be considered an asset.
If you enjoy the challenge of working hard in a fast-paced, team based and demanding environment and are committed to success, we would love to hear from you. If interested in applying for this position, please fax or email your cover letter and resume to the attention of:
Sean Marenger, Managing Director
McDougall & Brown – Eglinton Chapel
1812 Eglinton Avenue West
Toronto, ON M6E 2H6
Phone # (416) 782-1197
Fax# (416) 782-7139
Email: smarenger@arbormemorial.com
Every applicant will receive serious consideration, however the company reserves the right to interview and hire an applicant not presently employed by the organization.


Licensed Funeral Director

At Basic Funerals and Cremation Choices, we know that our success is a result of our employees' dedication and vision. That's why we continue to grow through our modern approach and positive working environment. We are always looking for other professionals that share our vision and want to help us bring our innovative service to more and more families.

Currently, we are looking for licensed funeral directors, managers, administrative and support staff from Ontario, British Columbia and Quebec to support our continued growth.

If you are interested in joining the Basic Funerals Team, please submit your resume to Careers@BasicFunerals.ca



Management/Ownership Opportunity

Progressive small town funeral home, with many lifestyle advantages is actively seeking a committed licensed director who has aspirations (no pun intended!) of serving a rural populace that still respects the traditional funeral, and the down to earth professionals who direct them. Ownership must be the ultimate goal for this up and coming manager. If you already know everything there is to know about funeral service, but can’t tell the difference between “small town” and “unprofessional” please continue your employment with whomever saw fit to hire you in the first place. If you’ve had enough of putting money in everybody else’s pocket, try putting some in your own. You’ll know in very short order if Barry’s Bay is the place for you. Of course everything is confidential. I’d like to hear your voice so please call me, at your convenience. Shaun D. O’Reilly 613 756 2003


Funeral  Director

The Lannin Funeral Home, a family owned and operated funeral home  located in the beautiful Eastern Ontario town of Smiths Falls has a full-time  funeral director  position available for a candidate who thrives in a  team environment, possesses strong interpersonal skill and who enjoys serving  families and is experienced in all aspects of funeral home operations.  

This Position is available immediately. Confidentiality is assured.  Forward a resume and cover letter to William Hilton, Owner of the Lannin  Funeral Home. 32 Main St. E. Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 1A2. Tel: 613-283-7225  Fax: 613-284-0304 Website: www.lannin.ca Email: lanninfuneralhome@bellnet.ca     



Funeral Directors and/or Embalmers Required

Due to continued growth we require several 3-5 year licensed funeral directors and embalmers 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.  Consideration will also be given to recently licensed graduates.Founded in 1908, Connelly-McKinley Funeral Homes is one of the few remaining family owned and operated funeral homes in the Edmonton Metro area, with three chapel locations.

Please forward a cover letter and resume to hr@connelly-mckinley.com - All replies will be held confidential.


Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer Required

Sobering Funeral Chapel & Crematorium is located in the community of Beausejour, MB.  Beausejour is nestled 45 minutes northeast of Winnipeg close to Whiteshell Provincial Park.  We are an independently owned and operated funeral home and crematorium in business since 1985.We are seeking a full time funeral director and embalmer.  This person must be a hardworking individual with a positive attitude.  You must be a self starter, be able to work independently and also be a team player.  You must be adaptable and be able to work flexible hours.  Living within the community is essential.  You must have superior funeral directing and embalming skills.In addition, we offer competitive wages, competitive benefit package and a small town, country lifestyle.

Apply in writing with a resume to Elizabeth Siebold, Sobering Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Box 1629 Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0 or e-mail in confidence to sfccrem@mts.net



FOR SALE
 
Existing Funeral Home in Southern Ontario, about 1.5 hours west of greater Toronto. This modest call Funeral Home has been in business since the turn of the century with an established clientele, located on prime Real Estate with living accommodations on site and has a large prepaid base.  Contact Kevin Smith, Sales Representative, Royal Lepage In Touch Realty, 1 705 429 2222, Toll free 1 800 839 6913, Cell 1 705 795 5590 or email “ kevin@kevinsmith.ca”.  Confidentiality is Imperative, Serious enquiries only, financing can be arranged to qualified purchasers.


FUNERAL DIRECTOR

The Skwarchuk Funeral Home, a family business serving the growing communities of Bradford and Mt. Albert in Ontario, is seeking a career minded, licensed Funeral Director, with a minimum of three years experience.  If you are self motivated, interested in working as a team member who believes that the delivery of dignified and professional service comes first, please e-mail or fax your resume to Jill Skwarchuk.  E-mail: support@skwarchukfuneralhome.com  Fax: 905-775-8534


Licensed Funeral Director

A family owned & operated funeral home in Guelph, Ontario requires a full-time Licensed Funeral Director for this growing business with three locations.  Primary duties include embalming, arranging, and directing funerals, and the successful candidate must possess a commitment to service excellence. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, and be in a position to work some evenings and some weekends.  The ideal candidate will be team-oriented and will also work well with minimum supervision. Interested applicants should email their resumés to Michael MacIntyre, mgmacintyre@gmail.com.


LICENSED DIRECTOR REQUIRED
 
Due to continued growth, Benisasia Funeral Home Inc. located in Mississauga seeks an Ontario licensed director to join our team on a full-time basis.  Friendly environment, excellent wages and set schedule.  Successful candidates must possess exceptional communication and strong work ethics.  All candidates must have organizational and computer skills and a valid driver's license.  Please forward a cover letter and resume to benisasia@hotmail.com.  All replies will be held confidential.


Career Opportunity for a

Funeral Director

Humphrey Funeral Home – A. W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4G 3A8 is presently looking to hire a licensed funeral director whose primary duties will be to direct and arrange funeral services.  A minimum of 5 years experience would be an asset.  We require an individual with excellent communication skills.  Our benefit package includes dental, medical, disability, life insurance, prescriptions, cost of living, bonuses, pension, semi-annual evaluation, clothing allowance, cleaning allowance, cost sharing on education courses, and other incentive bonuses.  Salary is commensurate with experience and ability.  Apply to Joe Isgro at 416-428-1000 or joeisgro@rogers.com.


LICENSED DIRECTOR REQUIRED

Demarco Funeral Home is currently accepting applications for a licenced funeral director position The succesful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, will be a motivated self-starter and will be compassionate to those we serve. If you are interested in obtaining more information about this position submit your resume in confidence to Joseph Giambattista C/O Demarco Funeral Home 3725 Keele St. Toronto, Ontario M3J 1N4 or email joe@demarcofuneralhomes.com





Retirement? 

Are you contemplating retirement or selling your funeral home.  If you are thinking of it please contact me as I have several licensed Funeral Directors who are actively seeking to buy an established Funeral Home.  All calls will be strictly confidential and information will only be released with your permission and a Confidentiality Agreement signed.  Contact me by cell 1 705 795 5590, office 1 705 429 2222, toll free 1 800 839 6913 or by email: kevin@kevinsmith.ca.  Kevin Smith, Sales Representative,  Royal LePage In Touch Realty Brockerage Inc..


Basic Funerals Employment Opportunity

We are looking for licensed funeral directors to support our Mississauga and Ottawa offices.  Basic Funerals continues to affect change in an out-dated industry and we appreciate fresh ideas and open-minded input from our employees. If you are a self-motivated, high-energy, forward-thinking individual as yet unspoiled by the static, unchanging funeral industry than please submit your resume to employment@basicfunerals.ca


 


8101 Weston Rd. Woodbridge

Senior Funeral Director Position Available

The Fratelli Vescio Funeral Homes Ltd. is constantly growing and expanding. We strive as a team to serve our community in a professional and dignified matter and we require experienced and self motivated Funeral Directors to assist with the high call volume.


Minimum 3-4 Years Experience
Valid Drivers Licence
Excellent Communication Skills
Exceptional Embalming Ability
Experience in Directing Church Services

Call us for information and submit your resume
by fax (905 850 7771)
by e-mail (vesciofh@bellnet.ca).
We look forward to working with you.