Funeral Director / Embalmer in Training - Foundation Partners Group

Revolutionizing the funeral industry means blazing new trails, creating new ideas, developing strong relationships, preserving legacies, and compassionately caring for Families. With over 200 locations across the country, Foundation Partners Group is continuing to expand our reach, but we only do this with exceptional team members ready to embrace the future of the funeral industry. Our Team Members are vital to the health of our funeral homes, and we value the insight, ideas, and passion they bring every day to compassionately care for our Families. FPG is transforming the funeral industry one life, one family, and one community at a time. Join us as we revolutionize the funeral industry across the nation. We currently have an opening for a Funeral Director in Training at Location in City, State. The Funeral Director in Training will interact with licensed funeral directors to learn first-hand about the funeral director's career. Overview & Responsibilities: + Preforms or works directly with the public + Greets families and guests + Answers calls in a timely fashion from a multi-line phone system + Cleans and maintains the preparation room and its supplies + Processes and maintain at-need and pre-need case files + Assists with embalming, dressing, cosmetizing, and casketing of the deceased + Transfers deceased from place of death to funeral home and crematory + Enters vital information into software systems + Processes files from start to finish, including filing flag forms, completing trust account forms, ordering death certificates, etc. + Provides both standard and customized service materials + Releases urns, service materials, personal property, and flags to families + Updates list of family members to contact for information + Responds to emails efficiently and timely + Stocks and organize urns + Places obituaries for families in the newspaper, social media, and website + Responds and attends to inquiries as required + Performs other duties assigned Requirements & Qualifications: + High school diploma or equivalent + Currently enrolled in or have completed an accredited mortuary science program + Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) + Self-motivated and energetic + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Caring, empathetic, and committed to providing best-in-class service to customers + Sensitivity and knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions + Knowledge of basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture + Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record Team Member Benefits Include: + Entry-level and experienced professionals; students, and veterans - we offer complete career paths regardless of your career and life stage + Unique ShareLife® technology lets you create one-of-a-kind life celebrations for the families you serve + Competitive salaries and performance incentives + Team member referral program + Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance + Vacation, sick, and holiday pay + 401k with company match + Company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disabilit y