What are the responsibilities and job description for the Illinois Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer, Rock Falls, IL position at McDonald Funeral Home, Inc?
## Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and organized Illinois Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our team. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of funeral services,preperation of human remains, providing support and guidance to grieving families during difficult times.
## Duties
- Coordinate and arrange funeral services, including burials and cremations
- Meet with families to discuss their needs and preferences for funeral arrangements
- Handle paperwork, such as permits, death certificates, and obituaries
- Prepare the deceased for viewing, ensuring they are presentable
- Assist with planning and organizing funeral ceremonies and memorial services
- Provide emotional support and guidance to bereaved families
- Manage funeral home operations, including staff supervision and facility maintenance
## Qualifications
- Strong customer service skills to interact compassionately with grieving families
- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary
- Knowledge of sanitation procedures in handling deceased individuals
- Understanding of physiology and anatomy for proper care of the deceased
- Experience in providing bereavement support to families
- Proficiency in event planning for funeral ceremonies
- Familiarity with cosmetology techniques for post-mortem care
- Sales skills to offer funeral products and services
Join our team as a Funeral Director to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those experiencing loss.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Funeral directing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Funeral Director License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rock Falls, IL 61071 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Rock Falls, IL 61071: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person