Embalmer

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services of the Diocese of Sacramento; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services of the Diocese of Sacramento is seeking an Embalmer at Calvary Cemetery and Funeral Center. This full-time role requires completing embalming, cosmetics, dressing and casketing with the utmost respect for the deceased, while coordinating with families and clergy.

The position demands a CA Embalmer license, a valid CA driver’s license, and at least two years of embalming experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree in Mortuary Science.
• Experience: Two years of embalming experience is required.
• Licensing: California State Embalmer's License and California Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit the highest embalming, cosmetology and restorative skill.
• Performs embalming, dressing, cosmetics and casketing of decedents.
• Ensure decedents are treated with respect at all times.
• Be knowledgeable of all programs/services offered by the funeral home.
• Maintain inventory, materials and supplies; report to supervisor.
• Use effective communication with families, visitors and clergy.
• Transfer deceased to and from funeral homes as directed.
• Follow universal precautions per federal, state and local agencies.
• Keep prep room clean and disinfected; meet standards.
• Set up viewing area as directed.
• Ensure accurate paperwork.
• Maintain confidentiality on processes and family information.
• Respond to requests for assistance; assist Apprentices with oversight.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Professional demeanor

Education

Associates Degree in Mortuary Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Embalmer

Location: Calvary Cemetery and Funeral Center

Category: Non-Exempt

Position Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday; Some Weekends and Evenings

Pay Range: $19 - $25 per hour

Supervisor: Reports to the Care Center Manager or other supervisor as may be assigned.

Job Summary:

Perform all duties related to the care and preparation of human remains while maintaining the highest standard of customer care.

Essential Functions:

• Exhibit the highest embalming, cosmetology and restorative skill.
• Performs embalming, dressing, cosmetics and casketing of decedents.
• Ensure decedents are treated with complete respect at all times.
• Be knowledgeable of all programs/services offered by the funeral home.
• Maintain designated inventory, materials and supplies as assigned, and report to supervisor.
• Use appropriate communication skills with family members, visitors, clergy, etc.
• Transfer deceased to and from funeral homes as directed.
• Follow proper use and application of appropriate universal precautions as required by all Federal, State and local agencies.
• Assure prep room is clean and disinfected at all times, equal to or exceeding state, federal and company standards.
• Set up viewing area as directed.
• Ensure timely, complete and accurate paperwork.
• Assure complete confidentiality is kept and maintained on all company related processes, techniques, services and family information.
• Respond cooperatively to requests for assistance from others.
• Assists with oversight of Apprentices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associates Degree in Mortuary Science

Experience: Two years of embalming experience is required.

Licensing: California State Embalmer's License, State of California Driver's License

Skills / Knowledge

• Practicing Catholic with general knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church
• Displays proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent phone skills
• Good organizational skills; handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Demonstrates a professional temperament and appearance
• Ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise; able to work in a team-oriented environment

This job requires a background check.

Salary: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour