May 28, 2020

We are looking for a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer to join our team.

We are family-owned and operated funeral homes and crematorium serving the communities of
Central Newfoundland for over 30 years. Located in Grand Falls-Windsor, Bishop’s Falls and
Botwood.

The successful candidate must have:

- A valid NL Funeral Director and Embalmers License
- A valid Driver’s License
- Be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted

Required soft skills and attributes include:

- Problem solving, multitasking, excellent oral and interpersonal communication
- Professional service, appearance and attitude
- Trustworthy, honesty and loyalty, respect and able to work as a team

Required applicable skills:

- Regular day-to-day office operations and duties such as cleaning and regular paperwork
- Taking death calls
- Making removals and transfers
- Conducting Arrangement Interviews
- Properly and professionally answering the phone
- Conducting Funeral Services
- Embalming and preparation of remains
- Terminal disinfection practices and procedures
- On-call requirements some evenings and weekends
- Basic computer skills and some knowledge of basic programs such as Microsoft Word

Benefits:

- Group Insurance Plan
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Competitive Salary
- Commission Opportunity
- Clothing Allowance

This position is full-time and permanent. Please forward your resumes and any inquires to
Megan Hoskins at mhoskinsfuneralhomes@gmail.com

January 01, 2020

Barrett's Funeral Homes Ltd is a locally owned funeral home in scenic St. John's, Newfoundland. We are seeking a Funeral Director to join our team on a full-time basis. This position offers the following benefits:

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· Competitive Salary

· Full Benefit Package

· Employer/Employee-match Pension Plan Program

· Uniform and Dry-cleaning Program

We are in search of an applicant with the following attributes and skills to complement our team:

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· Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team

· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

· Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

· Preparation and embalming skills

· Professional and compassionate demeanour

· Superior organization skills and a keen attention to detail

· Display a high degree of maturity, integrity, loyalty, creativity, and strict confidentiality.

· Proficient computer skills

· Ability to multi-task in a high call volume work environment

· Dedication to an exceptional quality of service to the families we serve

· Experience in a full spectrum of funeral service: directing, arranging, and embalming is preferred

Requirements:

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Valid Newfoundland Labrador Funeral Directors License

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Valid Newfoundland Labrador Embalmers License

Valid Newfoundland Labrador Class 5 Driver’s License

Interested applicants should forward their resumes and cover letter to the attention of:

Shane Mouland, Operations Manager

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shanemouland@barretts.ca

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We would like to thank everyone for their interest but only those applicants whose background and experience match the requirements of this position will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

October 11, 2019

Funeral Director and Embalmer 

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W.J. Caul Funeral Home Limited

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We are a locally owned and operated funeral home and crematorium with locations in St. John’s and Torbay, NL. We are currently seeking a hard working, dedicated and versatile individual familiar with all aspects of the funeral industry.

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This individual should have:

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• A valid Funeral Director’s and Embalmer’s License

• A minimum of 2 years licensed work experience

• A valid provincial driver’s license

• Experience interacting with the public in a professional capacity

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• The ability to maintain confidentiality

• The ability to work as a member of a team

• The ability to balance professional service with demanding workloads

• Strong embalming skills

• The ability to lift and complete work that can be physically demanding

• Strong office, computer and organizational skills

• The ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve

• The ability to maintain a professional and conservative appearance and attitude appropriate to the position

• Flexibility in techniques and training combined with being open and responsive to directions and suggestions

• The ability to work shift work with varying hours and on call schedule

• A natural attention to detail

Pension and health benefits offered, salary to be discussed. At present, we are recruiting for a full-time position.

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To apply, please send resume to info@cauls.ca – no phone calls please.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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October 16, 2018

Carnell’s Funeral Home Limited

Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer

or Licensed Funeral Director

Carnell ’s is a 400+ call Funeral Home and in additions to the noted responsibilities below provides trade cremations and embalming and has the Provincial Government Contract for the Medical Examiner removals/transfers and the Medical School Contract for their Anatomical Gift Program.

Our successful Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer (or Licensed Funeral Director ) must have:

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1. Basic Skills

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• NL Funeral Director’s License or Funeral Director and Embalmer’s License with a minimum of 2 years work experience

• A valid driver’s license will be needed

2. Soft Skills:

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• Will be able to multitask, prioritize, solve problems, and be a team player

• Must balance professional service with the demanding workloads

• Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude

• Have higher than average office, computer and organizational skills with attention to detail

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3. Skills:

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• Meeting families for Pre-planning/Pre-funding purposes with the ability to maintain confidentiality

• Funeral Planning and Coordination for At Need families with professional experience interacting with the general public

• Set up and clean the Reposing Room / Chapel / Receptions for At Need families

• Conduct Funeral services at Chapel and Churches and conduct Committal Services  

• The ability to work a shift work schedule which includes weekends /nights and be on call

• The job requires physically challenging work that includes standing long periods of time, lifting, etc

• Embalming skills Preparing Remains: Embalming for Traditional and  Short –Term Viewing is an asset

• Cremation skills are an asset but not necessary but must be willing to learn

Corporate Benefits:

There is Group Insurance (Life, ADD, STL, LTL, Health, Vision and Dental) after a 6-month probationary period, with a Corporate Pension Plan available after 2 years of service.

Salary will depend on years of service and will be discussed only with those candidates selected for an interview.

Interested candidates please forward your cover letter, resume and three (3) references in confidence to  gscarnell@carnells.com

Please, no phone calls.  Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

March 15, 2018

Licensed or Apprentice

Funeral Director/Embalmer Wanted

Corner Brook, NL

Full time Funeral Director & Embalmer – Corner Brook, NL. Fillatre Funeral Homes Ltd. is seeking a highly motivated, compassionate funeral service professional who believes it is an honour and privilege to serve families. We are an independently owned family funeral home, currently in our 64th year of business. The successful candidate must have an excellent work ethic, self motivated and have a genuine passion for their chosen profession, ability to lift, must be able to manage time effectively and meet deadlines. Driver’s abstract, code of conduct and references required. We offer competitive wages, clothing allowance, excellent benefits plan, retirement savings plan and schedule, vacation, sick time, educational upgrades and career advancements. To learn more about this opportunity please email your resume to laura@fillatres.nf.net