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Troon

Lifeguard

Bend, OR

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Seasonal (Position will last 6 months or less) Responsibilities: * Surveillance: Actively scanning the pool, preventing accidents, and supervising activities. * Emergency Response: Responding to ...

Troon Golf

Lifeguard

Bend, OR · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Seasonal (Position will last 6 months or less) Responsibilities: * Surveillance: Actively scanning the pool, preventing accidents, and supervising activities. * Emergency Response: Responding to ...

Cascade Health

Staff RN

Eugene, OR · On-site

Two years of recent (within the last five years) acute care experience, or one year (within the ... Perform CPR, respond to emergencies. * Other duties as assigned. Marginal Job Functions: Answer ...

Cascade Health Solutions

Staff RN

Eugene, OR · On-site

Two years of recent (within the last five years) acute care experience, or one year (within the ... Perform CPR, respond to emergencies. * Other duties as assigned. Marginal Job Functions: Answer ...

Bay Area Hospital

Respiratory Therapist

Coos Bay, OR · On-site

$37.72 - $55.98/hr

Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to ... last day of the month after the 6 month grace period * American Heart Association Pediatric ...

Bay Area Hospital

Respiratory Therapist

Coos Bay, OR · On-site

$37.72 - $55.98/hr

Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to ... last day of the month after the 6 month grace period * American Heart Association Pediatric ...

Bay Area Hospital

Respiratory Therapist

Coos Bay, OR · On-site

$37.72 - $55.98/hr

Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to ... last day of the month after the 6 month grace period * American Heart Association Pediatric ...

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What is a last responder?

Last Responders are professionals who handle the care, transportation, and preparation of deceased individuals. They include funeral directors, morticians, embalmers, and other funeral service workers. Their duties often involve arranging funeral services, preparing bodies for burial or cremation, and supporting grieving families through administrative and emotional processes. Last Responders play a vital role in ensuring respectful and dignified end-of-life care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a last responder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Last Responder, you need a solid understanding of mortuary science, funeral service procedures, and regulatory compliance, usually supported by completion of a funeral service or mortuary science program and state licensure. Familiarity with embalming equipment, case management software, and transportation protocols is typically required. Compassion, discretion, and strong interpersonal skills are essential for supporting grieving families and maintaining professionalism. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure respectful care of the deceased and to provide sensitive service to families during difficult times.

What are some common challenges faced by last responders, and how can they prepare for them?

Last Responders, who are responsible for handling the final arrangements of the deceased, often face emotional challenges due to frequent interactions with grieving families. They may also encounter logistical issues, such as coordinating with different service providers and ensuring that all legal and regulatory requirements are met. To prepare, candidates should develop strong emotional resilience, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Support from colleagues and ongoing professional development can also help manage these unique challenges.

What is the difference between Last Responder vs Firefighter?

AspectLast ResponderFirefighter
Required CertificationsEmergency Medical Technician (EMT), Basic Life Support (BLS)Firefighter certification, EMT or paramedic license often required
Work EnvironmentEmergency scenes, hospitals, disaster sitesFire scenes, rescue operations, emergency calls
Industry UsageEmergency response, disaster managementFire services, rescue operations

Both Last Responders and Firefighters are vital emergency personnel. Last Responders typically focus on providing immediate medical aid and disaster response, often with EMT certifications. Firefighters primarily handle fire suppression, rescue, and emergency rescue operations. While their roles overlap in emergency scenes, Last Responders usually have a broader scope in medical emergencies, whereas Firefighters specialize in fire-related incidents.

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Professional Matchmaker Client Advisor & Date Coach

Portland, OR • On-site

Portland Singles
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$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Portland Singles | Downtown Portland | Full-Time, In-Office | $22/hr + Performance Bonuses

Portland Singles has been the Pacific Northwest's most trusted professional matchmaking service. Our matchmakers are the people clients trust with one of the most personal decisions of their lives — who they spend their time, energy, and heart on.
This is a role for someone who's part advisor, part coach, part friend, and part operator. You'll manage a roster of paying members through their entire matchmaking journey: selecting matches, prepping them for dates, debriefing the results, coaching them through difficult feedback, and quietly steering them toward the kind of partner they actually need — not always the one they walked in asking for.
What you'll actually do:

  • Manage an active caseload of approximately 50 members — knowing each of them well enough to recognize a good fit in seconds
  • Hand-select and deliver curated matches per week, meeting both weekly and monthly quotas
  • Coach clients before dates (photos, conversation, expectations) and debrief them after — including telling them what they don't always want to hear
  • Maintain detailed, accurate profile notes so each match is sharper than the last
  • Respond to client communication promptly and professionally — this is white-glove service for people who've trusted us with their love lives
  • Partner with our Enrollment Counselors so every new member is set up for success from day one
Compensation & perks:

  • Hourly wage: $22/hr + bonuses and commission opportunities
  • Performance bonuses tied to quota attainment and positive client reviews
  • Medical benefits and PTO
  • Beautiful downtown Portland office, walking distance to Pioneer Square
  • M–F schedule — no nights, no weekends, no travel
  • The real reward of helping people find love
You're a strong fit if you:

  • Have 5+ years of experience in a role that demanded both emotional intelligence and accountability — examples: therapy/counseling, dating or life coaching, executive recruiting, high-end concierge, wedding planning, image consulting, personal styling, or customer success at a premium brand
  • Can deliver honest, sometimes uncomfortable feedback in a way that lands as caring rather than critical
  • Read people quickly and adjust your tone for each one
  • Are organized enough to track 50 active relationships at once without things slipping
  • Take deadlines and quotas seriously — they don't rattle you
  • Hold sensitive personal information with discretion
This role is NOT for you if:

  • You think matchmaking is a glamorous, fluffy job (it's structured, professional, and sometimes emotionally heavy work)
  • You avoid hard conversations with paying clients
  • You want commission-based or "uncapped" earnings (this role is hourly + bonus by design)
  • You rely on memory instead of systems
  • You want remote, hybrid, or flexible hours
To apply: Submit your resume plus a 3–4 sentence answer to this question:
Tell us about a time you gave someone honest feedback they didn't want to hear — about how they came across, how they were behaving, or what they were doing wrong. What did you say, and how did they respond?

Applications without an answer to the question will not be reviewed.