We are committed to employment equity and appreciate the interest of all applicants. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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 pride ourselves in providing care, comfort and choice to the families we serve, bringing comfort to an otherwise difficult experience.

We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 3 years experience as a Licensed Funeral Director who have excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a professional, fast-paced environment. In turn, for your talents, we offer a competitive salary, a generous incentive plan and comprehensive benefit 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

Location: Pine Hills Visitation Centre

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Sell products and services to at-need families and assist them in their decisions for disposition of human remains;
• Respond to information and service inquiries;
• Co-ordinate and/or conduct activities associated with family needs such as services, transfers, preparation of human remains and any other activities associated with their needs;
• Perform other sundry tasks as assigned.

Days and hours of work:

• 40 hours per week;
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends on a rotation basis

Qualifications:

• Must have a Funeral Director’s License for a minimum of 3 years;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills;
• Funeral directing, arranging and excellent embalming skills;
• Professional demeanour;
• Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task;
• May be required to work at various locations;
• A valid Ontario driver’s license is required as travel may be required within the GTA;
• Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office;
• Monument sales experience would be considered an asset;
• Aftercare and/or bereavement training would be considered an asset.

Location: Various GTA locations

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Sell products and services to at-need families and assist them in their decisions for disposition of human remains;
• Respond to information and service enquiries;
• Co-ordinate and/or conduct activities associated with family needs such as services, transfers, preparation of human remains and any other arrangements associated with their needs;
• Perform other sundry tasks as assigned.

Days and hours of work:

• Hours/days based on shift schedule.

Qualifications:

• Must have a funeral director’s license for a minimum of three (3) years;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills;
• Funeral directing, at-need arranging and excellent embalming skills;
• Professional demeanour;
• Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task;
• Experience working in a team environment;
• A valid driver’s license is required as travel may be required within the GTA;
• Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office;
• Monument sales experience would be considered an asset;
• Aftercare and/or bereavement training would be considered an asset.