Funeral Services Apprentice: Embalming & Ceremony Lead

Service Corporation International; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 51,065,000 - 69,200,000; Part time

Job summary

Service Corporation International in Hyannis, MA seeks a part-time Funeral Associate to support families during funeral planning under a licensed director. You will perform on-call duties, handle transfers, and assist at ceremonies, cremations, and interments.

Requirements include a high school diploma, enrollment or completion of mortuary science, MS Office proficiency, and strong compassion and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of, or current enrollment in, a dual degree mortuary program as required by state law.
• Proficiency with computers and MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication and compassionate interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Take on-call calls, greet families, provide initial details, and transfer information as needed.
• Supervise and care for deceased with respect, including embalming prep when required.
• Plan and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies professionally and in line with policy.
• Negotiate and enter funeral contracts; handle payments and documentations.
• Coordinate interment or cremation arrangements and related services.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Dual degree mortuary science program

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Service Corporation International in Hyannis, MA seeks a part-time Funeral Associate to support families during funeral planning under a licensed director. You will perform on-call duties, handle transfers, and assist at ceremonies, cremations, and interments.

Requirements include a high school diploma, enrollment or completion of mortuary science, MS Office proficiency, and strong compassion and communication abilities.