Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.
A Celebrant works with client families to develop a meaningful ceremony which is personalized to reflect the life-style of the deceased, to recognize the life of the deceased and provide those attending with a meaningful end-of-life ceremony. Provides an alternative to traditional, religious or clergy driven ceremonies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Personally meets with the family to discuss Celebrant alternatives
- Listens to family of deceased regarding final wishes of deceased
- Gains thorough understanding of the personality of the deceased
- Interviews other friends and family, as appropriate
- Recommends appropriate ceremony options for family to consider and obtains decision
- Formulates personalized ceremony/service which may include one or more of the following:
- Readings
- Poems
- Music
- Songs
- Pictures or video
- Will generally officiate at the ceremony/service
- Coordinate with funeral director and other service providers, as necessary
- Prepare keepsake copy of ceremony for family
Minimum Requirements
Education
- High school education
Experience
- Familiar with company guidelines, procedures and policies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven ability to work independently and as an effective team member
- Keen sense of judgment and tact
- Strong problem solving skills
- Ability to recognize and respond to the differing management needs of individuals
Work Conditions
Work Environment
- Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
- Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required
- Professional Dress is required when in contact with families.
Work Postures
- Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 6 hours per day
- Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
- Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
Physical Demands
- Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
Work Hours
- Working beyond "standard" hours as the need arises
Compensation
- 23$ + Event Bonus
Postal Code: L4J 1W3
Category (Portal Searching): Operations
Job Location: CA-ON - Thornhill
Celebrant in Toronto employer: Service Corporation International
At Dignity Memorial, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values our associates as much as the families we serve. Located in beautiful Kelowna, BC, we offer a supportive work culture that emphasizes teamwork, empathy, and personal growth, along with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including dental, vision care, and RRSP matching. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families while enjoying flexible hours and opportunities for professional development in a rewarding environment.
Contact Details:
Service Corporation International Recruitment Team
