Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice (part-time)

Service Corporation International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Job summary

Service Corporation International in Hyannis, MA is seeking a part-time Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice under the guidance of a licensed funeral director. You will assist families with funeral arrangements, cremation ceremonies and interment, delivering compassionate, professional service.

You will participate in on-call duties, assist with embalming/preparation, and help with contracts and payments while ensuring compliance with state regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in a dual degree or mortuary science training program as required by state law.
• Minimum 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory, or cemetery.
• Driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• On-call responsibilities: take first calls, communicate with families, provide initial details.
• Supervise and care for the deceased; perform embalming, dressing, cosmetics, and preparation of remains.
• Arrange and conduct funerals and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized manner.
• Negotiate and enter funeral contracts; handle contracts and payments according to policy.
• Coordinate veterans recognition/services and interment or cremation arrangements.
• Ensure compliance with licensing rules and company procedures; provide aftercare when appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Enrollment in mortuary college

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

## Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice (part-time)Apply: MA - Hyannis: Part time: Posted Today: Req.165006Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.Under the guidance of a licensed funeral director, implements choices made by the families’ legal representatives regarding the funeral, final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Provides customer service in all areas of funeral arrangements, cremation ceremonies and internment to assist families following the loss of a loved one. Provides exemplary personalized and professional service.**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 or currently enrolled in 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*** Typically requires a minimum of 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery**Certification/Licenses*** Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as required by law 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 Suite required* High level of compassion and integrity* Good communication skills* Problem solving skills* Ability to multi task and set priorities* Detail orientedPay: $21 an hourBenefits: Part-time associates working an average 20 hours a week may be eligible for 401(k).Postal Code: 02601-3706Category (Portal Searching): OperationsJob Location: US-MA - Hyannis