Embalmer Apprentice

Sci Corp; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in the United States, Florida, Fort Myers area, is seeking an entry-level funeral service associate to assist in caring for decedents and performing a range of preparatory tasks. You will work under supervision of a licensed embalmer and help with removals, restorations and cosmetic work as required.

The role requires strict adherence to licensing rules, safety protocols, and professional conduct. A high school diploma or current mortuary training is expected, along with a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolment in or completion of a funeral service or mortuary science program.
• Licensing requirements per state regulations must be met.
• Current driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks.
• Verify identification and embalming authorization; perform restorations; transfers and dressing.
• Maintain preparation room and facility; handle equipment and supplies safely.
• Follow all licensing regulations and universal precautions.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Problem solving

Lifting ability

MS Office knowledge

Driving

Education

High school diploma

Mortuary science program

Graduation pending

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Learns to care for the remains of the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks. Fulfills the requirements as dictated by the licensing board in the practicing state or province. Works under the supervision of a licensed embalmer.

Job Responsibilities

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks: verifying identification and embalming authorization; performing restorations; completing removals and transfers; dressing, styling hair and or applying cosmetics and; any other preparation required for human remains.
• Adheres to all applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations
• Assists with maintenance of preparation room and the facility
• Cleans soiled equipment and hazardous material spills
• Ensures hazardous materials and spills are handled in accordance with the Material Data Safety Sheets
• Assists with chemical and supply inventory
• Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies
• Promotes a safe work environment be being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of or currently enrolled in a diploma training program at a recognized college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science
• Graduation pending from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law

Licenses

• Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board
• Current state/province issued driver’s license

Experience

• None required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift over 75 pounds
• Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills

Postal Code: 33913

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-FL - Fort Myers