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Paquelet Funeral Home is actively seeking an Apprentice Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our dynamic team. As an Apprentice Funeral Director/Embalmer, you will gain valuable experience working alongside a strong team of funeral service professionals in a forward-thinking organization. Successful candidates will have excellent communication and organizational skills, along with a genuine desire to provide the highest quality service to families. Candidates must meet the apprentice and educational requirements established by the State Board, have successfully passed their National Board Exams, possess a valid driver's license, and meet our driving performance standards. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage; 401(k) and student loan repayment; paid time off; bonus potential; and opportunities for career development and growth. Begin your career and be treated with dignity, respect, and be rewarded for your dedication to family satisfaction! Click here for complete job description Qualifications Educational, Licensure and Skill Requirements • A two-year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study or job specific skills acquired through on-the job raining or apprenticeship program. • A minimum of three months of similar or related experience. • Valid Apprentice/Resident Funeral Director and or Embalmer License in the location jurisdiction. • Passing of both sections of the National Board Exam (NBE) as per state requirements. • Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels including management, associates, home office and families. • Possess necessary licensure or other certification to meet local or state legal requirements in order to perform the functions of an Apprentice/Resident Funeral Director, always working under the supervision of a licensed funeral director. • Possess a valid Drivers' License and meet the driving performance standards as determined by management. MVR's may be reviewed annually for compliance, and any conviction or at-fault accidents should be immediately reported to management. • Must have computer and software proficiency. Essential Physical Responsibilities • Ability to tolerate exposure to hazardous substances subject to government requirements; occasional lifting, pushing and pulling, with assistance, of objects up to approximately 600 pounds; manual dexterity required for clerical tasks; occasional stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and carrying objects weighing up to approximately 30 pounds for short distances. • Ability to travel by standard methods of transportation.

Job Description Embark on a unique journey with us as a Traveling Funeral Director, where compassion meets adventure and service spans horizons. Join our team and become the guiding light for families navigating loss. From quaint towns to bustling cities, your role transcends borders as you provide dignified and compassionate care to those in their greatest time of need. Embrace this opportunity to blend professionalism with wanderlust. If you're ready to embark on a profound voyage where every destination holds a story, we invite you to join us in our mission of Honoring Lives and Enriching Caregivers. This role will support our network nation-wide, providing support to 8 states nationally. What you'll do: Arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized, and caring manner in keeping with company policies and procedures. Travel throughout our network of funeral homes to provide relief where needed. Perform a variety of tasks related to preparation of the deceased: removal and transfer, embalming, cosmetology, hairstyling, dressing, and casketing in a respectful manner. Ensure adherence to all professional, state, and federal licensing authority, regulations, and rules applicable to funeral service. Ready to redefine the boundaries of compassion and service? Take the first step toward a fulfilling adventure with us! Apply now and discover where the path of empathy and exploration will lead you next. We can't wait to meet you! Vertin is a privately held organization, headquartered in Minnesota, with locations spanning eight states. We offer our associates continuous learning and development, career growth, work-life balance, and a strong benefits package. Requirements Must qualify for a Minnesota Funeral Directors License, we will pay for your license! Bachelor's degree or equivalent credits Degree from Accredited Mortuary Science Program plus additional college credits as required in the applicable state. 2+ years of experience as a Licensed Funeral Director Relevant licensure and certifications Strong attention to detail Ability to follow instructions while also working independently Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources

Job Description Are you a compassionate leader with a commitment to excellence in funeral service? Our independently owned funeral home client, an industry leader in Ohio, is seeking a dedicated Funeral Director to join their team and uphold their reputation as the area's best funeral home. Why Join our client's team? They believe their staff is their most valuable asset. They know that to maintain top-tier status, they must attract top-tier talent. Their mission isn't just to be the best funeral home for families-it's to be the best one to work for. That's why they've developed a robust compensation plan to motivate, incentivize, and retain exceptional employees. What You'll Receive: When you join the team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive and thoughtful benefits package designed to promote your personal and professional well-being: Industry-leading compensation with bonus programs and profit sharing. A 40-hour workweek emphasizing work-life balance: no evening transfers or visitations. A 3% Safe Harbor 401(k) contribution-no match required. Employee life insurance, health, and vision coverage. Generous paid vacation, personal time, and sick leave. Funding for license renewals, continuing education, and professional development. What We're Looking For: An exceptional professional, passionate about providing outstanding service to families and leading a high-performing team. Qualifications: Ohio Funeral Director License or ability to acquire a license Commitment to upholding the highest standards of care for the families you serve.

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our team at Sunset Funeral Services. United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Director/Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in their profession that extends beyond the workday. Here, we celebrate the above-and-beyond ethos of our team, encouraging meticulous planning, individual creativity, and collaboration, in every aspect of our work. Joining NorthStar Memorial Group means becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care and respect for the deceased and their families. Responsibilities Provide a source of comfort, support, and guidance, to families before, during, and after the loss of a loved one, serving professionally as the director for visitations, funerals, or graveside services Complete embalming, disinfecting, dressing, preparing, and casketing of the deceased using appropriate precautions and OSHA standards in a manner that honors the deceased Prepare and complete accurate documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, and other types of data Always maintains reverence and respect for the deceased Qualifications Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer in Ohio (or possess the ability to reciprocate), Have excellent communication skills, integrity, and an innate passion for serving others. Compensation $50,000K-$60,000K Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Matching We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

At Newcomer, we believe in more than just providing funeral services, we believe in creating meaningful experiences that honor lives and support families. As a Funeral Director/Embalmer in the Columbus area you'll be part of a compassionate, professional team that lives our core values: Excellence, Trust, Care and Growth. Why Choose Newcomer? Excellence - We set the standard for quality and professionalism in funeral service. You'll work with state-of-the-art facilities and a team that takes pride in doing things the right way. Trust - We foster a culture of integrity and transparency. You'll be empowered to make decisions and trusted to care for families with dignity and respect. Care - We care deeply for the families we serve, for our communities, and for each other. You'll be part of a supportive environment where your well-being matters. Growth - We invest in your future. With ongoing training, advancement opportunities, and a commitment to your professional development, you'll grow with us. What You'll Do Provide care and guidance to families during and after the arrangement process Supervise and support funeral, visitation, memorial and graveside services Float between chapels in the Aurora/Lakewood area to support as needed Assist with the preparation of decedents as needed with dignity and professionalism Assist with removals as needed Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations What We Offer At Newcomer, we believe in taking care of our associates. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Competitive pay with opportunities for annual bonuses Health, dental and vision insurance to support your well-being 401k with company match to help you plan for your future Paid Time Off to recharge and spend time with loved ones Company-paid life insurance Additional voluntary benefits Professional development and continuing education opportunities A fun, team-oriented environment that celebrates one another's milestones and enjoys good food. If you would like to join a progressive, growth-oriented funeral home, we'd love to speak with you. Click here to view the complete job description. Qualifications Qualified applicants will hold and maintain a Funeral Director and Embalmer license that is valid in your area or possess the ability to reciprocate, have passed the National Board Exam and maintain a valid Driver's License. Additionally, the following may be required: A minimum of one years of similar or related experience. Possess necessary licensure or other certification to meet local or state legal requirements in order to perform the functions of a Funeral Director. Possess and maintain necessary licensure or certification to meet local, state, and federal legal requirements to perform the function of embalming. Possess a valid driver's license and meet the driving performance standards as determined by management. MVR's may be reviewed annually for compliance, and any conviction or at-fault accidents should be immediately reported to management. Essential Physical Abilities Ability to tolerate exposure to hazardous substances subject to government requirements; occasional lifting, pushing and pulling, with assistance, of objects up to approximately 600 pounds; manual dexterity required for clerical tasks; occasional stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and carrying objects weighing up to approximately 30 pounds for short distances. Ability to travel by standard methods of transportation. Proficiently communicate with management and supervised employees.

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). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Arrangements Conference * Receives or initiates call to deceased next of kin. Exhibiting concern and empathy, obtains or confirms deceased and family contact information, briefly discusses needs (including languages), 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 such as catering, flowers, music, and Ever Lasting Memory products. * Transitions Arrangement Conference to Funeral Services Counselor/Advisor to present cemetery property and merchandise options, pricing, and contract completion. In absence of an FSA/FSC, may perform FSA/FSC responsibilities. * Responsible for reviewing and authorizing merchandise and service contract revisions. Directing Services * Confirms authorization to proceed with service Arrangements. Presides as Master of Ceremonies (MC) for visitation, funeral, or graveside services in a professional, organized, and caring manner consistent with Company standards. Shall be present for graveside services included in the purchase agreement. Shall be present when the casket containing a human body is placed in a grave, crypt, or burial vault and verifies that any personal belongings are removed from the deceased prior to burial per the Arrangements. * Visually inspects deceased, adjusts casket dressing, deceased attire or makeup, or communicates concerns to preparation staff. Visually inspects Services Arrangements (visitation, funeral, or graveside) against contractual arrangements and the next of kin expectations; initiates corrective action as appropriate; may provide instruction or guidance to services team members. * Interacts with the family to fulfill the death care requests. While interacting with family and guests, obtains leads for pre-need services. Event Planning * Perform a variety of event planning responsibilities including but not limited to resource planning and ordering of music, flowers, or catering to fulfill Arrangement requests. Produces MeM products that may include scanning photos, ordering of memorabilia or stationary, creating electronic presentations, writing obituaries, and creating on-line memorials. Prior to event, prepares event room including but not limited to set-up chairs, tables, flowers, guest books, and appropriate décor. Post event cleans chairs, tables, floors, proper storage of items, identifies property in need of repair, and courier/deliver family memorabilia to home. * May perform a variety of attendant duties including but not limited to parking lot attendant, driver, usher, pallbearer, or courier. * May attends community or charity events to represent and promote the location or market. Embalming * Cares for deceased in a respectful manner. Following company processes and procedures, verifies identification, reviews embalming authorization. Following company processes and adhering to hazardous waste procedures cleans and embalms body; uses scalpels, pumps, tubes, and equipment to replace bodily fluids/waste with embalming fluids; performs restorations, styling hair, applying cosmetics, dressing body, and other preparation required for human remains. * Verifies appropriate casket and lining according to contract. Dresses casket and lays deceased. Updates status in propriety software. * Maintains preparation room, cleans soiled equipment, properly disposes of hazardous waste, and promotes a safe work environment. * Inventories and reorders supplies. General * Works under general guidance. New associates are learning to apply licensure to business environment complying with regulations, policies, and procedures; work may be peer reviewed for accuracy, quality, and education; collaborates with peers or manager for assistance and guidance. Exhibits accountability for behaviors. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. * Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from manager. Notifies manager when workload is light and volunteers for additional work. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. Minimum requirements Education & Licenses * 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 required to operate company owned vehicles Experience * Industry experience is preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities * Cognitive Ability including reason, plan, identify problems, learn quickly, learn from experience, and appropriately apply learning to new situations. * Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead by removing obstacles and exploring alternatives * Must have a positive attitude, a drive to continually advance your understanding of the industry and business, and is highly self-motivated * 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 Work conditions * Environment - Work is both indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather * Attire - professional business attire required when in contact with families * Postures - Frequent continuous period of time sitting or standing up to 6 hours per day; frequently climbing stairs to access buildings * Physical Demands - Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage * Ability to push and pull up to 150 pounds on flat and inclined flooring or ramps * Hours - Flexibility of availability is a requirement. Standards hours include nights and weekends, when the majority of Services occur. Typically, less than 20 hours a week is worked M-F 8am-5pm; limited amount of local and/or multiple location travel required Postal Code: 44902 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: US-OH - Mansfield