Embalmer Apprentice

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.