Funeral Director / Embalmer

Impact Funeral Partners•Morton, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Impact Funeral Partners (IFP) is a fast-growing funeral home organization headquartered in Lehi, Utah. Founded in 2020, IFP was built on a simple but ambitious idea: bring together the best people, practices, and ideas to set the standard of care in the funeral profession. The company is guided by four core values: Seek to Understand, Commit to Excellence, Dare to Lead, and Dream to Impact. Today, IFP owns and supports 90+ funeral home locations across the country, including funeral homes operating under partner brand Knapp Johnson Harris. IFP focuses on empowering local operators, providing the people, practices, and infrastructure that let them focus on what matters most: honoring lives and comforting families. The Funeral Director / Embalmer at our Morton branch - Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home location is responsible for providing skilled, dignified care in the preparation and service of every family we serve. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes genuine pride in their craft, brings compassion to every interaction, and understands that the care given behind the scenes is just as important as the care given in the arrangement room. This is a standalone role focused on funeral direction and preparation, no location management responsibilities, allowing you to focus on what you do best: serving families with excellence.

Requirements

Illinois funeral director and/or embalmer license, license in a reciprocating state, or demonstrated ability to obtain Illinois licensure
Strong embalming and preparation skills
Genuine compassion for families and a deep respect for the dignity of the deceased
Detail-oriented with a commitment to documentation accuracy and compliance
Collaborative, dependable, and professional in all interactions

Nice To Haves

Restorative art experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform embalming and body preparation with precision and dignity, following all applicable protocols and the wishes of the family
Ensure every decedent is handled respectfully and with proper identification maintained throughout
Prepare remains for viewing, services, and final disposition in accordance with regulatory requirements
Meet with client families to guide arrangement conferences with professionalism and compassion
Coordinate and direct funeral and memorial services from start to finish
Serve as a calm, steady presence for families navigating one of the most difficult experiences of their lives
Complete and maintain all required records, permits, and authorizations accurately and on time
Follow all OSHA, state, and company safety and compliance standards rigorously
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the prep room and funeral home facilities
Ensure all equipment is properly sanitized, operational, and maintained
Collaborate with the broader team on scheduling, logistics, and service support
Bring a team-first mindset and a positive, professional presence to every shift