Funeral Director / Embalmer in Training at Foundation Partners

Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Empathy, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Organization, Time Management, Microsoft Office Suite, Mortuary Science Knowledge, Caring Attitude, Sensitivity to Cultures, Embalming Assistance, File Processing, Public Interaction, Multi-line Phone Handling, Preparation Room Maintenance, Obituary Placement

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

The Funeral Director in Training will interact with licensed funeral directors to learn first-hand about the funeral director's career. Overview & Responsibilities: * Preforms or works directly with the public * Greets families and guests * Answers calls in a timely fashion from a multi-line phone system * Cleans and maintains the preparation room and its supplies * Processes and maintain at-need and pre-need case files * Assists with embalming, dressing, cosmetizing, and casketing of the deceased * Transfers deceased from place of death to funeral home and crematory * Enters vital information into software systems * Processes files from start to finish, including filing flag forms, completing trust account forms, ordering death certificates, etc. * Provides both standard and customized service materials * Releases urns, service materials, personal property, and flags to families * Updates list of family members to contact for information * Responds to emails efficiently and timely * Stocks and organize urns * Places obituaries for families in the newspaper, social media, and website * Responds and attends to inquiries as required * Performs other duties assigned Requirements & Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent * Currently enrolled in or have completed an accredited mortuary science program * Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Self-motivated and energetic * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Caring, empathetic, and committed to providing best-in-class service to customers * Sensitivity and knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions * Knowledge of basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture * Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record

Responsibilities

The Funeral Director in Training will interact with licensed funeral directors to learn about the funeral director's career. Responsibilities include greeting families, assisting with embalming, and processing case files.