Funeral Director/Embalmer

Service Corporation International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Health Savings Account

Sick leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

AD&D (voluntary)

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking dedicated professionals to support families through funeral arrangements, cremation services and memorials. You will work on-call to handle calls, supervise care of the deceased, and coordinate ceremonies with attention to legal and company procedures.

You will verify authorizations, prepare documents, and assist with family aftercare while maintaining a compassionate, compliant service ethic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a dual degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school as required by state/province law.
• Knowledge of computers and MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Takes first calls and chats with families, provides initial details and transfers.
• Supervises and cares for the deceased with respect, including embalming, dressing, and cosmetics.
• Arranges funeral and memorial ceremonies, negotiates contracts, and handles paperwork and payments.
• Ensures families are informed of veteran recognition/services and coordinates interment or cremation as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Compassion and integrity

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary science training (dual degree program)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Provides customer service in all areas of funeral arrangements, cremation ceremonies and interment to assist families following the loss of a loved one. Implements choices made by the families or legal representative regarding the funeral, final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Interacts with the family to fulfill death care needs.

Job Responsibilities

Performs on-call responsibilities including taking first calls, talking with families, answering questions, providing initial details, and; conducting transfers Supervises and cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks such as: verifying identification; obtaining authorization for embalming; embalming; dressing, styling hair and/or applying cosmetics; preparing cremated remains Arranges and conducts funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures Negotiates and enters into funeral contracts. Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of payment in accordance with company policies Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services Arranges for the interment or cremation of human remains Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements Supervises/assists in funeral services by: supervising the parking of cars; ushering; driving funeral vehicles; assisting at chapel and church services; assisting at the cemetery; delivering of flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; setting up and removal of chairs, and; participating at special functions Ensures adherence to all applicable professional, municipal, provincial/state and federal licensing authority, regulations and rules Provides aftercare in absence of Family Service Counselor Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors Prepares and accurately completes documents and online entries related to services, cremations, maintenance Retains heritage and grows market share through active involvement with community, religious and other organizations.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a dual degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral and mortuary science as required by state/province law and as prescribed by each state board

Experience

• Embalmer, Apprentice or Funeral Director, Apprentice as required by state/provincial law 2 years directly related experience preferred

Certification/Licenses

• Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board
• 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 products required
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to multi task and set priorities
• Detail oriented

Pay: $31 - $49 USD hourly 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: 60634 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: US-IL - Chicago

Who we are. What we do.

We are a company committed to supporting families at difficult times. Nowhere will you find a group of caregivers and teams more passionate about the work they do or more invested in the well-being of the families they serve. The Dignity Memorial name is a symbol of trust and a mark of excellence. As the largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services in North America, we're dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of every loved one with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail that is second to none.

"SCI” refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates.

Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.