At a Glance
- Tasks: Create personalized ceremonies that celebrate lives and provide healing for families.
- Company: Compassionate team dedicated to celebrating lives and supporting families.
- Benefits: $23/hour plus event bonuses, flexible hours, and meaningful work.
- Other info: Work in diverse environments and enjoy opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by honouring lives and connecting with families.
- Qualifications: High school diploma, strong listening skills, and empathy.
The predicted salary is between 12.6 - 15.4 $ per hour.
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.
What You'll Do:
- Meet with families, listen deeply, and uncover the stories that matter most.
- Discern and recommend meaningful ceremony options — readings, music, rituals, or creative elements — tailored to each family.
- Design and officiate personalized ceremonies that celebrate life and provide healing.
- Have confidence in making changes as required to ensure that the Celebration of Life meets the needs of the family.
- Coordinate with funeral directors and service providers to ensure smooth experiences.
- Prepare keepsake copies of ceremonies for families to treasure.
MINIMUM Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong listening, empathy, and discernment skills.
- Comfort in both indoor and outdoor environments; ability to officiate ceremonies in varied conditions.
- Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours as needed.
Experience
- Familiar with company guidelines, procedures and policies.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong listening, empathy, and discernment.
- Comfort in both indoor and outdoor environments; ability to officiate ceremonies in varied conditions.
- Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours as needed.
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
- Frequent standing and sitting for extended periods.
- Local travel between service locations.
- Professional dress required when serving families.
Compensation: 23$ + Event Bonus
Celebrant in Vaughan 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
