Funeral Director/Embalmer

Service Corporation International • Peoria, IL

90d • $25 - $34

About The Position

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Compassionately facilitates funeral arrangement discussions with deceased next of kin and presides over visitation, funeral, and graveside services in accordance with family’s wishes; company expectations; and local, state, or federal laws. May perform Embalming responsibilities. As the licensed Funeral Director, responsible for the compliance with all mortuary, health, and vital statistics regulation compliance within the funeral establishment(s).

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.

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience is preferred.
• Cognitive ability including reasoning, planning, and problem identification.
• Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead.
• Positive attitude and drive to continually advance understanding of the industry.
• Ability to build professional and trusting business relations.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Public speaking skills with the ability to influence and gain consensus.
• Proficient using databases in automated processes.
• Proficient MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Receives or initiates call to deceased next of kin, exhibiting concern and empathy.
• Obtains or confirms deceased and family contact information, briefly discusses needs, schedules Arrangement appointment, and emails appointment confirmation.
• May perform removals or transfers adhering to company standards and processes.
• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner.
• Updates removal status in proprietary software.
• Greets next of kin and escorts to meeting space.
• Initiates and facilitates Arrangements Conference while assessing needs and summarizing desired outcomes.
• Discusses available life insurance and available benefits, such as Veteran.
• Promotes funeral, cemetery, and crematory services and merchandise.
• Transitions Arrangement Conference to Funeral Services Counselor/Advisor to present cemetery property and merchandise options.
• Confirms authorization to proceed with service Arrangements.
• Presides as Master of Ceremonies (MC) for visitation, funeral, or graveside services.
• Visually inspects deceased, adjusts casket dressing, deceased attire or makeup.
• Interacts with the family to fulfill the death care requests.
• Performs a variety of event planning responsibilities including resource planning and ordering of music, flowers, or catering.
• Produces MeM products that may include scanning photos, ordering memorabilia, creating electronic presentations, writing obituaries, and creating online memorials.
• Prepares event room including set-up chairs, tables, flowers, guest books, and appropriate décor.
• Cleans chairs, tables, floors, and properly stores items post event.
• May perform a variety of attendant duties including parking lot attendant, driver, usher, pallbearer, or courier.
• May attend community or charity events to represent and promote the location or market.
• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner during embalming.
• Verifies identification, reviews embalming authorization, and performs embalming procedures.
• Maintains preparation room, cleans soiled equipment, and promotes a safe work environment.
• Works under general guidance and collaborates with peers or manager for assistance and guidance.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
• Sick Leave
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees