Embalmer

**Position:** Embalmer

**Location:** St. Mary Cemetery and Funeral Center

**Category:** Non\-Exempt

**Position Status:** Full Time

**Schedule:** Monday – Saturday; Days and Evenings

**Pay** **Range:** $19 \- $25 per hour

**Supervisor:** Reports to the Care Center Manager or other supervisor as may be assigned.

**Job Summary:** Perform all duties related to the care and preparation of human remains while maintaining the highest standard of customer care.

**Essential Functions:** The Embalmer will perform a variety of duties which require the exercise of judgment and discretion. This position may have little direct supervision and is expected to determine when and how tasks are accomplished.

* Exhibit the highest embalming, cosmetology and restorative skill.
* Performs embalming, dressing, cosmetics and casketing of decedents.
* Ensure decedents are treated with complete respect at all times.
* Be knowledgeable of all programs/services offered by the funeral home.
* Maintain designated inventory, materials and supplies as assigned, and report to supervisor.
* Use appropriate communication skills with family members, visitors, clergy, etc.
* Transfer deceased to and from funeral homes as directed.
* Follow proper use and application of appropriate universal precautions as required by all Federal, State and local agencies.
* Assure prep room is clean and disinfected at all times, equal to or exceeding state, federal and company standards.
* Set up viewing area as directed.
* Ensure timely, complete and accurate paperwork.
* Assure complete confidentiality is kept and maintained on all company related processes, techniques, services and family information.
* Respond cooperatively to requests for assistance from others.
* Assists with oversight of Apprentices.
* Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**

**Education:** Associates Degree in Mortuary Science

**Experience:** Two years of embalming experience is required.

**Licensing:** California State Embalmer's License, State of California Driver's License

**Skills / Knowledge:**

* Practicing Catholic with general knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church
* Displays proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
* Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
* Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent phone skills
* Good organizational skills; handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload
* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
* Demonstrates a professional temperament and appearance
* Ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise; able to work in a team\-oriented environment