Job Description
*FUNERAL DIRECTOR, APPRENTICE *
*JOB SUMMARY *
Provides customer service in all areas of helping client families following the loss of a loved one. Provides exemplary personalized and professional service. Learns how a Funeral Director implements choices made by the families/legal representative regarding the funeral, final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Interacts with the family to fulfill death care needs. Ensures customer needs are addressed.
*JOB RESPONSBILITIES *
* Learns to arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures
* Learns to negotiate and create acceptable funeral contracts
* Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of monies or insurance 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.
* Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
* Verifies identification of the deceased and authorization for embalming
* Learns how to arrange for the interment or cremation of human remains
* Adheres to all company and regulatory requirements
* Cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which may include: o Removals and transfers o Lifting of deceased human remains o Dressing and casketing o Coordinating and assisting with funeral service and visitation o Delivery of flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families o Setting of chairs and the removal, proper care and storage of these items o Removals and transfers
* Assists with funeral services by: o Coordinating the parking of cars o Ushering o Driving funeral vehicles o Assisting at chapel and church services o Assisting at the cemetery o Delivering flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families o Setting up chairs and the removing, properly caring for and storing of these items o Participating at special functions
* Provides aftercare in absence of Family Service Counselor. Aftercare includes delivery of: o Documentation o Stationery o Information on insurance, health benefits and pension, o Pre-arrangements for next of kin
* Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors
* Completes and accurately prepares of all documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, and any other type of data entry
* Assists with general office duties such as preparing reports as needed
* Assists with the maintenance of vehicles, the facility and property
*_NOTE:_* _This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the essential job functions or duties related to this position. _
_*As used herein, SCI or Company refers to affiliates of Service Corporation International. _
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* Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies as well as place into inventory
* Ensures refreshments are available (where allowed by law)
* Performs other duties as assigned
*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS *
*Education *
* High School diploma or general equivalency degree (or diploma)
* Completion of or currently enrolled in a degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science.
*Experience *
* Typically requires a minimum of 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery
*Certification/Licenses *
* Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law as prescribed by each state board
* Valid driver’s license
*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities *
* 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
*WORK CONDITIONS *
*Work Environment *
* Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
* Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required
* Professional Dress is required when in contact with families.
*Work Postures *
* Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 6 hours per day
* Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
* Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
*Physical Demands *
* Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
*Work Hours *
* Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises
* Travel up to 25%
_This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. The _
_description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of staff so assigned. _
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Sarasota, FL 34232: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
* Microsoft Office (Preferred)
* Funeral directing (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)
* Funeral Director License Intern (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
* Sarasota, FL 34232: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Apprenticeship, Internship, Local area, Relocation, Flexible hours,