Embalmer

Position: Embalmer

Location: St. Mary Cemetery and Funeral Center

Category: Non-Exempt

Position Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Saturday; Days and Evenings

Pay Range: $19 - $25 per hour

Supervisor: Reports to the Care Center Manager or other supervisor as may be assigned.

Job Summary: Perform all duties related to the care and preparation of human remains while maintaining the highest standard of customer care.

Essential Functions: The Embalmer will perform a variety of duties which require the exercise of judgment and discretion. This position may have little direct supervision and is expected to determine when and how tasks are accomplished.

• Exhibit the highest embalming, cosmetology and restorative skill.

• Performs embalming, dressing, cosmetics and casketing of decedents.

• Ensure decedents are treated with complete respect at all times.

• Be knowledgeable of all programs/services offered by the funeral home.

• Maintain designated inventory, materials and supplies as assigned, and report to supervisor.

• Use appropriate communication skills with family members, visitors, clergy, etc.

• Transfer deceased to and from funeral homes as directed.

• Follow proper use and application of appropriate universal precautions as required by all Federal, State and local agencies.

• Assure prep room is clean and disinfected at all times, equal to or exceeding state, federal and company standards.

• Set up viewing area as directed.

• Ensure timely, complete and accurate paperwork.

• Assure complete confidentiality is kept and maintained on all company related processes, techniques, services and family information.

• Respond cooperatively to requests for assistance from others.

• Assists with oversight of Apprentices.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associates Degree in Mortuary Science

Experience: Two years of embalming experience is required.

Licensing: California State Embalmer's License, State of California Driver's License

Skills / Knowledge:

• Practicing Catholic with general knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church

• Displays proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)

• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent phone skills

• Good organizational skills; handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

• Demonstrates a professional temperament and appearance

• Ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise; able to work in a team-oriented environment

This job requires a background check.