Apprentice Funeral Director

7 months ago

Edmonton, Canada Arbor Memorial Inc Full time

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**:
An Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer at Westlawn Funeral Home & Cemetery 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 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.

Westlawn Funeral Home is located in Alberta’s capital city. Known for its scenic river valley, Edmonton’s parks breathe life into this vibrant rural city, providing an integrated environment for active living and urban wellness. The River Valley forms a “Ribbon of Green” that winds its way through the heart of the city, featuring natural areas, paved natural trails and amenities. Cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, cycling, golfing, or just walking and sightseeing in your own backyard, are many pleasures that can be enjoyed in this wonderful city. A great place to raise a family, Edmonton offers many programs and support services for children of all ages and is home to North America’s largest shopping and entertainment complex, West Edmonton Mall.

Your opportunity for personal growth as an Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer and as a leader in the funeral profession awaits you here at Arbor Memorial and Westlawn.

**Job Type**:Full-Time, Permanent

**Key Qualifications and Demonstrated Abilities**:

- Currently enrolled or recently graduated from an accredited Funeral Service 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.

**Responsibilities**:

- Arranges, coordinates and directs funeral ceremonies.
- Decedent Care and Embalming.
- 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.

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- 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._- 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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