Funeral Director and Embalmer

DENVER ROLLER INC•Benton, AR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Directs, leads and oversees all aspects of a funeral and its attendant services in a manner deemed to fit the Roller image of excellent service. Picks up, transports and embalms bodies. Appropriately dresses and prepares deceased to be viewed by the family.

Requirements

High school diploma plus additional training equivalent to completion of two years college or technical school and completion of required training from accredited mortuary school.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the manager, customers, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization may exist.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of all aspects of the funeral service, including embalming and cosmetology.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and schedules.
Good verbal and interpersonal skills; compassionate understanding and ability to deal with all aspects of grief.
State registration and certification as a funeral director/embalmer.
Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

Arranges funeral with families, schedules, organized and directs all the steps of a funeral including: flowers, pallbearers, minister, order of service, cars, music, etc.
Assists with the sale of prearranged funerals including answering questions and liaison with the sales force.
Carries out clerical and record keeping tasks such as monthly reports, death certificates and VA benefits.
1st call/ removal of remains of deceased from the place of death and transports them to the funeral home.
Embalms the body in an appropriate and professional manner that meets the high standards of Denver Roller, Incorporated.
Dresses the deceased and uses cosmetics to achieve the desired appearance for viewing.
Abides by Denver Roller, Incorporated policies and regulatory agency rules regarding the correct embalming and handling of the body.
Maintains clean and antiseptic facilities and equipment.
Abides by OHSA regulations in the care of hazardous chemicals.
Assists in maintenance (cleaning) of the funeral home and equipment.
Orders merchandise as needed.
Coordinates the opening and closing of the grave.
Greet the public.
Be active in community functions and activities, speak to organizations, etc.
Orders embalming supplies and maintains an appropriate inventory of same if appropriate.
Maintains and cares for facilities and equipment in a manner to assume low maintenance cost and longevity.
Responsible for direction and coordination of the work of part-time employees when necessary.