Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

• Funeral Planning and Arrangement:
  • Meet with the family of the deceased to discuss and plan the funeral arrangements, including selecting caskets or urns, scheduling services, and coordinating transportation.
  • Advise families on available options, helping them make decisions that meet their needs and preferences while staying within budgetary constraints.
• Preparation of the Deceased:
  • Oversee the embalming, dressing, and preparation of the body, ensuring that the deceased is cared for according to the family's wishes and legal requirements.
• Legal Compliance:
  • Ensure that all legal requirements are met, including filing death certificates, obtaining permits, and handling other necessary documentation.
  • Ensure that the deceased is transported in compliance with state laws and regulations.
• Coordinating Funeral Services:
  • Coordinate and supervise the funeral or memorial service, including working with clergy or celebrants, arranging music, and ensuring that the venue is prepared.
  • Organize the burial or cremation, ensuring that these procedures are conducted with respect and according to the family's preferences.
• Grief Support:
  • Provide emotional support and guidance to grieving families, offering advice and resources to help them cope with their loss.
• Handling Financial and Insurance Matters:
  • Discuss funeral costs with the family and help them navigate insurance claims or pre-paid funeral plans.
  • Collect payments for services rendered and ensure that all financial documentation is handled accurately.
• Transportation and Logistics:
  • Coordinate the transportation of the deceased, including transferring the body from the place of death to the funeral home and arranging for transportation to the cemetery or crematory.

Requirements

• Current Funeral Directors/Morticians License:  Or finished with schooling and in the process of obtaining one.
• Empathy and Compassion: The ability to support families through a difficult time and offer sensitive guidance.
• Strong Communication: Both verbal and written skills are crucial for interacting with families, staff, and legal entities.
• Attention to Detail: Manage complex arrangements and handle legal and logistical details accurately.
• Organizational Skills: Must manage multiple tasks and events simultaneously, often under tight time constraints.
• Professionalism: Must maintain a calm and composed demeanor, even in stressful or emotionally charged situations.

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