What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embalmer position at Foundation Partners Group?
The Embalmer is responsible for preparing the deceased's body for burial.
Overview & Responsibilities:
- Transfers decedents, embalms, dresses, caskets, and prepares deceased on an as-needed basis (per appropriate licensing) to the instructions obtained from the family
- Contributes to the overall efficiency of the location by maintaining open and effective communication and maintaining accurate and timely client files
- Acts to improve market share through participation in community events, groups, organizations, and other community relationships as assigned by your supervisor
- Communicates to appropriate Team Members areas of successful performance and performance needing improvement to meet business expectations
- Meets with client families to listen, educate, and arrange personalized funeral services and ensure their experience with the business is of the highest quality
- Utilizes systems/technology, i.e., Matthews/Aurora Advisor in place to review merchandise options, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms at the time of arrangement conversation
- Completes tasks and details resulting from the arrangement conference
- Ensures proper paperwork, including permits and certificates, are completed timely and follows relevant laws and regulation
- Conducts and attends funeral services regularly
- Leads all post-service follow-ups as needed
Requirement & Qualifications:
- High school diploma or the equivalent
- Completed mortuary school
- Ability to work on-call/first call, in rotation as assigned, i.e., phone, face to face, at the hospital, hospice, or residence as needed
- Valid state-issued Embalmer license (as per state licensing requirements)
- Minimum one year of experience in customer service
- Minimum one year of work experience in the funeral industry is preferred
- Ability to do decedent care, i.e., embalming (per state requirements)
- Ability to keep all licenses and continuing education requirements current and in good standing
- Organizational and planning skills; time management skills, and the ability to prioritize work
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and receive/apply constructive feedback with a positive attitude
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to lift 150lbs safely
- Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record
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Req Benefits:
What We Offer:
- Meaningful Work: Make a real difference by helping families navigate one of life's most challenging times with compassion and care.
- Competitive Pay and Benefits:
- Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
- Wellness Rewards
- 401k with company match
- Company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability
- Career Growth: Take advantage of ongoing training and advancement opportunities within the funeral service industry.
- Supportive Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values respect, empathy, and service.
Additional Details :
Who We Are:
We are a team of compassionate professionals serving families through funeral, cremation, and cemetery care. Our mission is simple: We bring ease and comfort to families during life's most difficult moments.
We believe in creating certainty through the uncertainty of life's end, and we do it by living our values-leading with compassion, building trust, and nurturing community so no one walks this journey alone.