Funeral Arranger (Bilingual Spanish)

sci; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 회사

Job summary

SCI is seeking a Funeral Assistant in Delano, CA. The role involves coordinating bereavement services, directing ceremonies, and assisting families through every step of arrangement and aftercare.

A minimum of three years in funeral services, a valid California driver’s license, and bilingual Spanish abilities are required. The position offers comprehensive benefits and an hourly wage of $21.00 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum related experience as a Funeral Assistant.
• Current driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of religious and fraternal customs a plus.

Responsibilities

• Arranges, conducts and directs funeral and memorial ceremonies professionally and with care.
• Confirms authorization to proceed with service arrangements.
• Inform families of available veteran recognitions and ensure delivery of services.
• Assist with funeral services: parking, ushering, driving, chapel/ cemetery duties, and handling keepsakes.
• Provide aftercare including documentation and information on insurance and benefits.
• Share pre-need referrals with Family Service Counselors as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and company policies.
• Prepare and complete documents and online entries for services and cremations.
• Assist with general office duties and routine reporting.
• Maintain vehicles, facility and inventory; receive caskets and supplies.
• Ensure refreshments are available where law allows.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

MS Office

Compassion

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Services client families during funerals, visitations, and interment. Assists in the implementation of choices made by the families/legal representative regarding the funeral, final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Provides exemplary customer service in all areas of helping client families following the loss of a loved one. Ensures customer needs are met directly or through appropriately licensed individuals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arranges, conducts and directs bereavement rites, including funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with Company Policies and Procedures
• Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
• Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services
• Assists with funeral services by: coordinating the parking of cars, ushering, driving funeral vehicles, assisting at chapel and church services and at the cemetery; delivering flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families, and; sets up and removes chairs
• In absence of Family Service Counselor, provides aftercare including delivery of: documentation; stationery; information on insurance, health benefits and pension, and; pre-arrangements for next of kin
• Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors
• Ensures adherence to all applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authorities, rules and regulations
• Prepares and accurately completes documents and online entries related to services, cremations, maintenance
• Assists with general office duties including answering phones and preparing reports as necessary
• Assist with the maintenance of vehicles, the facility and property
• Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies as well as place into inventory
• Ensures refreshments are available (where allowed by law)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

Minimum of 3 years related experience as a Funeral Assistant

Licenses

Current state/province issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of religious and fraternal organizations customs
• Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office Suite required
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to multi task and set priorities
• Detail oriented
• Bilingual Spanish

Pay:

$21.00 an hour based on experience

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
• Sick Leave
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program

Postal Code: 93215

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-CA - Delano