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Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary
Funeral Director
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What they do
A Funeral Director or Embalmer manages a funeral home business. Directs details of funerals and burials, provides services according to the cultural or religious preferences of families and files paperwork for death certificates. May perform or supervise embalming services to prepare bodies for burial.
$64,332 / year median in California
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Funeral Director Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $22 - $26 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Interpersonal skills Customer service In-person customer service Driver's License Attention to detail Working with families Funeral Director License Full Job Description Job Description Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary is currently seeking a Funeral Director to join their team in Los Angeles, California. At Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary, we believe that our employees are the heart of our organization. We are a culture-first company committed to fostering an environment that promotes inclusivity, respect, and collaboration. We understand that our success is deeply intertwined with the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Therefore, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and ideas. The Funeral Director conducts multiple funeral and memorial services from set-up to completion. This includes setting up flowers, chapels, programs, music selections, caskets and waiting on family members, all to make services meaningful while providing a positive customer service experience. The Funeral Director also handles financial payments for balances due in addition to working closely with mortuary secretaries, chapel attendants, assistant funeral directors and counselors. A high level of customer service interaction is necessary with families, guests and rabbis. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to keeping the mortuary stocked with materials as well as light housekeeping which includes, vacuuming, emptying trash cans, dusting and other tasks required to maintain a neat and orderly facility. A funeral director's license or the ability to obtain a funeral director's license is required. A minimum of 2 years of funeral directing experience is also required. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $22.00-$26.00/hour.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong ability to exercise sound judgment
- Strong ability to evaluate and appropriately address privacy and confidentiality
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks
- Demonstrated ability to act with a high degree of initiative
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail skills
- Professional attitude, demeanor and presentation
- Proficiency in Windows, including Word and Excel Above all, we are looking for someone who is able to address the needs of the families we serve in a compassionate and empathetic manner; while remaining consistent to our high standards and core values.
- Must pass physical and drug test post offer
- Must be able to lift 20 pounds
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must pass background check
- Position requires regular attendance and cannot be performed from home Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to our employees' health and well-being.