Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer Job at The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix , Avondale, AZ

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  • The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
  • Avondale, AZ

Job Description

The Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes is seeking a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer to assist in its funeral ministry at our Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery and Funeral Home location. As a ministry of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, this position is primarily responsible to provide professional funeral services for families during their time of need.

We offer a complete benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, PTO, and a Retirement Plan.

Job Requirements:

General Job Brief

Under the direct supervision of the Funeral Home Manager, the Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer supports the Diocese of Phoenix in its mission in service of the Body of Christ. The Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer is primarily responsible for providing professional funeral services for the family of the deceased and must exhibit leadership responsibilities and maintain optimum levels of customer satisfaction.

Typical Duties (The following duties are those typically required to do the job but are not intended to include all duties that comprise the job content. Typical duties are intended to illustrate the diverse and various levels of difficulty of the job.)

  • Provide service quality excellence in all funeral-related services exhibiting leadership and teamwork responsibilities.
  • Provide and present a General Price List to inquiring parties as well as all service options.
  • Take first calls, make transfers, and work in the preparation room.
  • Prepare funeral service arrangements including completing all required documents and facilities and equipment preparedness.
  • Meet sales and service objectives and work with others to achieve company standards.
  • Consistently exhibit satisfactory levels of professionalism and performance in all duties.
  • Successfully complete on going/periodic OSHA training and testing.
  • Maintains highest standards of ethics, morality, and confidentiality at all times.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Collaboration, confidentiality, and integrity are critical to success in this role. Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed by the Funeral Home Manager, and not necessarily mentioned in this description, will be expected.

Minimum Qualifications (Classification is typically expected to possess.)

Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing is highly preferred. Must possess required state education and license requirements for licensed funeral director and embalmer. Must have a minimum of 3 years as a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license with an insurable driving record.

Ability and Skills (Classification is typically expected to possess or show potential of satisfactory development when placed in the job.)

  • Must be emotionally able to deal with death, grief, and stress.
  • Must exhibit excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to provide leadership, either in an acting lead or supervisory role in execution of funeral-related services.
  • Ability to work erratic shifts as required, including some nights and weekends.
  • Ability to wear protective gear as required by OSHA.
  • Ability to work with toxic chemicals including formaldehyde, solvents, and bodily fluids.
  • Ability to embalm and prepare the body for presentation (including application of make up to provide a natural appearance and reconstruction if needed).
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to read and understand simple contracts.
  • Ability to stand up to two hours at a time, drive up to four hours straight, lift up to 100 pounds from ground level to hip, lift overhead up to 10 pounds, and push and pull up to 150 pounds.
  • Ability to dress professionally (in suits or other appropriate attire).
  • Bilingual a plus
Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral H
9925 W Thomas Rd
Avondale AZ, 85392-4800

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Job Tags

Full time, Outdoor, Shift work, Night shift,

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