NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking an Embalmer Apprentice to join our team at Chapel of the Chimes in Oakland, CA. United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in their profession that extends beyond the workday. Here, we celebrate the above-and-beyond ethos of our team, encouraging collaboration in every aspect of our work. Joining NorthStar Memorial Group means becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care and respect for the deceased and their families.
Responsibilities
- Performs embalming, disinfecting, dressing, preparing and casketing of the deceased using appropriate precautions and OSHA standards in a manner that honors the deceased.
- Ensure proper chain of custody is maintained throughout the preparation process.
- Ensures embalming room, dressing areas, storage areas, and cooler facilities are cleaned, disinfected and secured at the end of every shift and maintained in that manner at all times.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to handle challenging situations with confidence.
- Unwavering ethical conduct and integrity.
- Experience handling sensitive situations in a professional manner.
- Maintain a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government and industry rules and regulations.
- Completes and enforces all record keeping, identification and casketing procedures.
- Maintain a team player mindset through working alongside an incredible team that is passionate about our profession.
- Care for the deceased in a reverent and respectful manner.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of or currently enrolled in a diploma training program at a recognized college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science.
- Graduation pending from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law.
Licenses
- Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board.
- Current state/province issued driver's license.
Experience
- None required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift over 100 pounds. (Team Lift when needed)
- Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required.
- High level of compassion and integrity.
- Good communication skills.
- Problem solving skills.
Compensation
- $25-$27/Hr
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of or currently enrolled in a diploma training program in funeral service or mortuary science
- Graduation pending from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law
- Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as prescribed by each state board
- Current state/province issued driver's license
- Acceptable driving record
- Ability to lift over 100 pounds (team lift when needed)
- Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Problem solving skills and ability to handle sensitive situations professionally
- Maintain sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government and industry regulations
What We Do
Passion. Professionalism. Personal growth. What we do is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to change lives and unleash your talent. Since 2004, NorthStar Memorial Group has grown, evolved and led the funeral and cemetery profession with a fresh perspective and without ever losing sight of what we do best: celebrating life and passionately supporting the families we serve. What began as a single property in Decatur, Illinois has now expanded to include more than 85 funeral, cremation and cemetery locations serving thousands of families across the United States. Here, we understand the power of legacies, and we’ve made it our life’s work to honor them. At NorthStar Memorial Group, we choose collaboration over bureaucracy. Here, everyone has a chance to lead. We encourage & empower our people at every level to speak up, be heard, and watch their ideas become realities. Degreed & non-degreed professionals, labor workers, industry experts – people from all career and experiential backgrounds have the opportunity to find a home here. Sound too good to be true? Apply today to see why our employees have voted NSMG one of the best companies to work for 8 years in a row and one of Selling Power's 2021 Top 50 Companies To Sell For! For more information about career opportunities with NorthStar, visit www.nsmg.com/careers/ or Join our Talent Network @ https://nsmg.jobs.net/en-US/ As a member of our Talent Network, you'll: - Receive alerts with new job opportunities that match your interests - Receive relevant communications and updates from our organization - Share job opportunities with family and friends through Social Media or email Whether you choose to apply or just leave your information, we look forward to staying connected with you
