Intern Funeral Director

*FUNERAL DIRECTOR, APPRENTICE *The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.*JOB SUMMARY *Provides customer service in all areas of helping client families following the loss of a loved one. Provides exemplary personalized and professional service. Learns how a Funeral Director implements choices made by the families/legal representative regarding the funeral, final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Interacts with the family to fulfill death care needs. Ensures customer needs are addressed.*JOB RESPONSBILITIES ** 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.* Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services.* Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements* Verifies identification of the deceased and authorization for embalming* Learns how to arrange for the interment or cremation of human remains* Adheres to all company and regulatory requirements* Cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which may include: o Removals and transfers o Lifting of deceased human remains o Dressing and casketing o Coordinating and assisting with funeral service and visitation o Delivery of flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families o Setting of chairs and the removal, proper care and storage of these items o Removals and transfers* Assists with funeral services by: o Coordinating the parking of cars o Ushering o Driving funeral vehicles o Assisting at chapel and church services o Assisting at the cemetery o Delivering flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families o Setting up chairs and the removing, properly caring for and storing of these items o Participating at special functions* Provides aftercare in absence of Family Service Counselor. Aftercare includes delivery of: o Documentation o Stationery o Information on insurance, health benefits and pension, o Pre-arrangements for next of kin* Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors* Completes and accurately prepares of all documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, and any other type of data entry* Assists with general office duties such as preparing reports as needed* Assists with the maintenance of vehicles, the facility and property*_NOTE:_* _This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the essential job functions or duties related to this position. __/*As used herein, SCI or Company refers to affiliates of Service Corporation International. __Funeral Director Apprentice - F00221/_K00212/_U00221 v2020.docx Page 1 of 2 _* Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies as well as place into inventory* Ensures refreshments are available (where allowed by law)* Performs other duties as assigned*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS **Education ** High School diploma or general equivalency degree (or diploma)* Completion of or currently enrolled in a degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science.*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%_This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. The __description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of staff so assigned. __Funeral Director Apprentice - F00221/_K00212/_U00221 v2020.docx Page 2 of 2 _Job Type: Full-timePay: From $20.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Referral program* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceAbility to commute/relocate:* Sarasota, FL 34232: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Experience:* Microsoft Office (Preferred)* Funeral directing (Preferred)License/Certification:* Driver's License (Required)* Funeral Director License Intern (Preferred)Ability to Relocate:* Sarasota, FL 34232: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

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