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Performs all embalming activities of the deceased correctly and respectfully.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which include: verifying identification and embalming authorization; performing restorations; completing removals and transfers; dressing, styling hair and or applying cosmetics, and; any other preparation required for human remains

+ Adheres to all applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations

+ Assists with maintenance of preparation room and the facility

+ Cleans soiled equipment and hazardous material spills

+ Ensures hazardous materials and spills are handled in accordance with the Material Data Safety Sheets

+ Assists with chemical and supply inventory

+ Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies

+ Promotes a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Graduation from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law

Experience

+ Embalmer, Apprentice experience as required by state/provincial law

+ 2 years of experience in a 200-call minimum/year funeral firm embalming facility preferred

Licenses

+ Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board

+ Current state/province issued driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Acceptable driving record

+ Ability to lift over 75 pounds

+ Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required

+ High level of compassion and integrity

+ Good communication skills

+ Problem solving skills

**Pay:** $27.25 -38.60 an hour

**Benefits:** Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program

Postal Code: 11375

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-NY - Forest Hills

Job Profile ID: F00213

Time Type: Full time

Location Name: Forest Park Chapel - Riverside Memorial Chapel - Boulevard Riverside Chapels and I J Morris Funeral Directors