Funeral Director/Embalmer
4 weeks ago
Southington, Connecticut, United States
Service Corporation International
Full time
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our team at Service Corporation International. As a Funeral Director/Embalmer, you will be responsible for celebrating lives and providing compassionate funeral services to families in need.
Key Responsibilities
- Arrangements Conference
- Meet with families to discuss funeral arrangements and provide guidance on available services and merchandise.
- Assess the needs of each family and provide personalized recommendations.
- Coordinate with other team members to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
- Directing Services
- Preside over visitation, funeral, and graveside services, ensuring a professional and organized experience for families and guests.
- Verify the accuracy of services and merchandise contracts.
- Interact with families and guests to fulfill their death care requests.
- Event Planning
- Plan and coordinate funeral events, including resource planning and ordering of music, flowers, and catering.
- Produce memorial products, such as obituaries and online memorials.
- Prepare event rooms and ensure a clean and safe environment for families and guests.
- Embalming
- Care for deceased individuals in a respectful manner, adhering to company processes and procedures.
- Verify identification and review embalming authorization.
- Clean and embalm bodies, using scalpels, pumps, tubes, and equipment to replace bodily fluids/waste with embalming fluids.
Requirements
- Graduated from an accredited school or college of mortuary science.
- Current Funeral Director and Embalmer dual license within the practicing state.
- Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Industry experience.
What We Offer
Service Corporation International offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.