Funeral Director Apprentice
Service Corporation International, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Learns to arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures.
Learns to negotiate and create acceptable funeral contracts.
Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of monies or insurance in accordance with company policies.
Completes and accurately prepares all documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, and any other type of data entry.
Advise client families of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services.
Learns how to arrange for the cremation of human remains.
Performs a variety of tasks which may include:
Verifying identification of the deceased
Confirming authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
Confirming authorization for cremation
Transfer of cremated remains
Releasing cremated remains
Delivery of urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families
Receiving urns, and other supplies, to place into inventory
Provides aftercare in absence of Services Manager. Aftercare includes delivery of:
Documentation
Stationery
Information on insurance, health benefits and pension.
Assist At-Need families with pre-arrangement opportunities.
Assists with general office duties such as preparing reports as needed.
Adheres to all company and regulatory requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education
High School diploma or general equivalency degree (or diploma)
Completion of, or currently enrolled, a degree from an American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) accredited program or education and experience sufficient to fulfill applicable state requirements for Funeral Director Apprenticeship.
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery
Certification/Licenses
Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law as prescribed by each state board
Valid driver’s license
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required
High level of compassion and integrity
Good communication skills
Problem solving skills
Ability to multi task and set priorities
Work CONDITIONS Work Environment
Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required
Professional Dress is required when in contact with families.
Work Postures
Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 6 hours per day
Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
Physical Demands
Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
Work Hours
Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises
Travel up to 25%
Compensation Salary: $22/hr. - $24/hr.
Benefits Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program
Postal Code: 99208 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: US-WA - Spokane
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Learns to arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures.
Learns to negotiate and create acceptable funeral contracts.
Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of monies or insurance in accordance with company policies.
Completes and accurately prepares all documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, and any other type of data entry.
Advise client families of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services.
Learns how to arrange for the cremation of human remains.
Performs a variety of tasks which may include:
Verifying identification of the deceased
Confirming authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
Confirming authorization for cremation
Transfer of cremated remains
Releasing cremated remains
Delivery of urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families
Receiving urns, and other supplies, to place into inventory
Provides aftercare in absence of Services Manager. Aftercare includes delivery of:
Documentation
Stationery
Information on insurance, health benefits and pension.
Assist At-Need families with pre-arrangement opportunities.
Assists with general office duties such as preparing reports as needed.
Adheres to all company and regulatory requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education
High School diploma or general equivalency degree (or diploma)
Completion of, or currently enrolled, a degree from an American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) accredited program or education and experience sufficient to fulfill applicable state requirements for Funeral Director Apprenticeship.
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery
Certification/Licenses
Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law as prescribed by each state board
Valid driver’s license
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required
High level of compassion and integrity
Good communication skills
Problem solving skills
Ability to multi task and set priorities
Work CONDITIONS Work Environment
Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required
Professional Dress is required when in contact with families.
Work Postures
Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 6 hours per day
Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
Physical Demands
Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
Work Hours
Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises
Travel up to 25%
Compensation Salary: $22/hr. - $24/hr.
Benefits Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program
Postal Code: 99208 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: US-WA - Spokane
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