Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer
Remmert Funeral Home
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East Peoria, IL
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Posted 1 month ago
$25 – $35
/ hourly
Job Description
**Job Overview**
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our team. In this vital role, you will oversee all aspects of funeral service operations, ensuring that families receive respectful, personalized, and professional support during their most challenging times. Your expertise will guide families through the grieving process with empathy and clarity, while managing logistical details with precision. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while working in a dynamic, supportive environment committed to excellence.
**Responsibilities**
* Coordinate funeral arrangements from initial consultation through service delivery, ensuring all client needs are met with compassion and professionalism
* Lead funeral ceremonies, including directing services and managing logistical details such as transportation and venue setup
* Provide bereavement support to grieving families, offering comfort and guidance throughout their mourning journey
* Prepare bodies for viewing and disposition by performing sanitation, cosmetology, dissection, and other preparatory tasks in accordance with health standards
* Manage administrative duties such as documentation, permits, and compliance with legal regulations related to funeral services
* Oversee event planning for memorial services, coordinating with vendors and staff to create meaningful experiences
* Assist with sales activities by explaining service options and helping families select appropriate packages while maintaining a customer\-focused approach
**Skills**
* Extensive knowledge of physiology and human anatomy to ensure proper body preparation and handling
* Strong understanding of sanitation practices and safety protocols within funeral service environments
* Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and professionally
* Experience in funeral directing, including coordinating services and managing logistical details
* Ability to perform heavy lifting safely when handling caskets or equipment
* Proficiency in event planning to organize memorial services that meet families’ wishes
* Knowledge of dissection techniques for body preparation when required by specific cases or procedures
* Familiarity with cosmetology practices for body restoration and presentation
* Competence in providing bereavement support that addresses emotional needs with sensitivity and care
* Sales skills to guide families through service options while maintaining ethical standards
Join us in delivering heartfelt support during life's most difficult moments. Your dedication can bring comfort and closure to countless families while advancing your career in a rewarding environment built on compassion, professionalism, and respect.
Pay: $25\.00 \- $35\.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40\.0 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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