Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Under the guidance of a licensed funeral director, implements choices made by the families’ legal representatives regarding the funeral, final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Provides customer service in all areas of funeral arrangements, cremation ceremonies and internment to assist families following the loss of a loved one. Provides exemplary personalized and professional service. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Performs on-call responsibilities including: taking first calls, talking with families, answering questions, providing initial details, and; conducting transfers Supervises and cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks such as: verifying identification; obtaining authorization for embalming; embalming; dressing, styling hair and/or applying cosmetics; preparing cremated remains Arranges and conducts funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures Negotiates and enters into funeral contracts. Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of payment 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 Arranges for the interment or cremation of human remains Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements Supervises/assists in funeral services by: supervising the parking of cars; ushering; driving funeral vehicles; assisting at chapel and church services; assisting at the cemetery; delivering of flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; setting up and removal of chairs, and; participating at special functions Ensures adherence to all applicable professional, municipal, provincial/state and federal licensing authority, regulations and rules Provides aftercare in absence of Family Service Counselor Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors Prepares and accurately completes documents and online entries related to services, cremations, maintenance Retains heritage and grows market share through active involvement with community, religious and other organizations MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education High School diploma or equivalent Completion of OR currently enrolled in a dual degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral and mortuary science as required by BC law Experience Typically requires a minimum of 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery Certification/Licenses Must meet all licensing requirements in BC Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Basic knowledge of religious and fraternal organizations customs Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office Suite required High level of compassion and integrity Good communication skills Problem solving skills Ability to multi task and set priorities Detail oriented Compensation First Year Apprentice: $27.00/hour Second Year Apprentice: $29.00/hour Newly licensed Funeral Director: $31.00/hour Postal Code: V7V 1J7 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: CA-BC - West Vancouver

The Funeral Director Apprentice assists families with funeral arrangements and memorialization while performing on-call duties and transfers. They are responsible for the respectful care of the deceased, including embalming, dressing, and preparing remains for services.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in or have completed a mortuary college program as required by BC law. A minimum of 6 months of experience in a funeral home or crematory and a valid driver's license are required.

• Customer servicePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred

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• Embalming
• Funeral arrangements
• Customer service
• Contract negotiation
• Legal documentation
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Communication skills
• Problem solving
• Multi-tasking
• Detail oriented
• Computer literacy
• MS Office Suite
• Funeral Arrangements
• Good Driving Record
• Valid Driver's License
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Cosmetics
• Problem Solving
• Market Share
• Microsoft Office
• Mortuary Science
• Multitasking
• Operations
• Funeral Services
• Cremation
• Detail Oriented

• Social Services
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative
• Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice
• Funeral Assistant / Attendant
• Undertakers and Embalmers
• Funeral Attendants

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week