Funeral Director/Embalmer
Service Corporation International, Danbury, CT, United States
* 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.* 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.* 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.* 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* 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* 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**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
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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.* 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.* 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.* 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* 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* 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**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
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