Embalmer

Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of the Diocese of Sacramento, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of the Diocese of Sacramento, Inc. is seeking an Embalmer at St. Mary Cemetery and Funeral Center.

The role requires a California-licensed embalmer with a strong Catholic background and a minimum of two years of embalming experience. Full-time position with a Monday–Saturday schedule (days and evenings). Pay range is $19–$25 per hour, with duties including embalming, cosmetics, dressing and casketing while maintaining utmost respect for the deceased and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform embalming, dressing, cosmetics and casketing of decedents.
• Maintain highest standards of customer care and confidentiality.
• Ensure prep room is clean and disinfected to state and company standards.
• Set up viewing area and coordinate with families, clergy and staff.
• Transfer decedents to and from funeral homes as directed.
• Comply with universal precautions and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Apprentices and perform duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Skills

Embalming

Cosmetology

Restorative skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Associates Degree in Mortuary Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Embalmer

Location: St. Mary Cemetery and Funeral Center

Category: Non-Exempt

Position Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Saturday; Days 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:

1. Exhibit the highest embalming, cosmetology and restorative skill.
2. Performs embalming, dressing, cosmetics and casketing of decedents.
3. Ensure decedents are treated with complete respect at all times.
4. Be knowledgeable of all programs/services offered by the funeral home.
5. Maintain designated inventory, materials and supplies as assigned, and report to supervisor.
6. Use appropriate communication skills with family members, visitors, clergy, etc.
7. Transfer deceased to and from funeral homes as directed.
8. Follow proper use and application of appropriate universal precautions as required by all Federal, State and local agencies.
9. Assure prep room is clean and disinfected at all times, equal to or exceeding state, federal and company standards.
10. Set up viewing area as directed.
11. Ensure timely, complete and accurate paperwork.
12. Assure complete confidentiality is kept and maintained on all company related processes, techniques, services and family information.
13. Respond cooperatively to requests for assistance from others.
14. Assists with oversight of Apprentices.
15. 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

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