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Job Opportunities
Thayer-Rock and Turowski Family Funeral Homes Seeking Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer
05/05/2023
Seeking: Licensed Funeral Director Livonia, Canton and Farmington Thayer-Rock and Turowski Family Funeral Homes: Family owned, multiple location business in Southeastern Michigan with locations in Livonia, Canton and Downtown Farmington is looking for a self-motivated Licensed Funeral Director with the following qualifications. -Michigan Mortuary Science license in good standing -Experience in all aspects of funeral service -Excellent driving record -Written and oral communication skills -Proficient with the various computer software needs of the industry The position includes competitive compensation and benefits. Please email your resume to discuss the opportunity further. Todd N. Turowski Todd@TurowskiFuneralHome.com
L.J. Griffin Funeral Home Seeking Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer
04/17/2023
L.J. GRIFFIN FUNERAL HOME IS SEEKING A LICENSED FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER
Serving western Wayne County Michigan for over 75 years, the Griffin Funeral Home is looking for a Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer. If you have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a licensed director, we invite you to contact us for the opportunity of joining our professional, caring team. Independently owned and operated, the Griffin Funeral Home offers above competitive wages and benefits.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- A degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited college or university
- State of Michigan Mortuary Science license or the ability to reciprocate a current license held in another state
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
- Working knowledge of all aspects of funeral service
- Effectively communicate in both verbal and written form
- Public speaking
- Problem solver with creative thinking
- Punctual and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Willing to embrace a strict professional dress code
- Lift 50 lbs
- Ability to use computer programs as related to the required work
- Pass a background check
- Clean driving record with proof of current driver’s license
Resumes and references may be submitted to Westland@griffinfuneralhome.com or call (734)522-9400.
Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer
03/30/2023
Vermeulen-Sajewski Funeral Homes are seeking a Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer.
We are an independent, family-owned funeral home with locations in both Westland and Plymouth, MI. The right candidate will be professional and compassionate with the ability to listen and determine what each family needs or wants. We serve approximately 600 families a year between the two locations and candidates should be well versed in all aspects of funeral service. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and industry standard benefits (Retirement plan with match, Disability, Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, Etc . . .) are offered.
EDUCATION • Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited college or university • Current State of Michigan Mortuary Science License or the ability to reciprocate license from another state
EXPERIENCE • 5 years as a funeral director / embalmer • Ability to use computer programs to the extent to complete work required.
PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Ability to effectively multitask • Effective problem solver with the ability to think creatively • Reliable and punctual • Attention to detail • Willingness to embrace a strict professional dress code • Articulate public speaker • Able to lift 50 lbs • Ability to pass a background check • Proof of current driver's license and clean driving record If interested, please send a resume and references to: vermeulenfh@comcast.net
Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer
02/23/2023
Licensed Funeral Director / Embalmer
Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Traverse City, Michigan is seeking a Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our team of caring professionals. We are an independent, sixth-generation family-owned funeral home serving the Grand Traverse Area in northern Michigan. We are grateful to call this beautiful region home with its abundant four-season outdoor recreation opportunities, freshwater beaches, excellent schools, vineyards & wineries and vibrant food scene.
A dedication to the meaningful work of funeral service, a positive attitude and a commitment to teamwork are essential. The right candidate will be professional and compassionate with an intuitive ability to listen and determine what each family needs or wants. We value creativity as no two situations are alike; we strive for memorable and unique experiences for each of the families we care for.
We offer a competitive compensation package with benefits that include: Health/dental/vision insurance, employer matching retirement plan, paid vacation and sick days, cell phone reimbursement, dry cleaning allowance, paid professional development opportunities, quarterly bonus program and relocation assistance. The position includes a regular 9 to 5 work schedule with one regular weekday off and every other weekend off. The on-call schedule averages six on-call nights per month.
We have an extensive team of support staff to serve our families with the best possible experience including a pre-planning department, a dedicated transfer team, audio/visual & veteran’s services specialists, a graphic designer, accounting and administrative departments as well as our valuable on-call funeral assistants and luncheon staff.
Our ideal candidate is looking for a career with a future and is ready to embrace a role within an established firm. As a company, we highly value continuing education and work-life balance for all of our staff. We are excited to offer this opportunity to join our work family at Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Meet with families, arrange and direct funerals and services of all types.
- Work with fellow employees, outside agencies, government offices, and vendors to coordinate services, order merchandise and schedule burials.
- Embalm, dress, cosmetize and casket the deceased.
- Adhere to all company policies, state and federal laws and regulations.
- Utilize general office equipment including computer, fax machine, phone system and security system.
- Utilize basic software programs including Microsoft Word, Outlook, EDRS and ASD.
- Operate all funeral home vehicles.
- Assist in all other tasks associated with the funeral home and our services.
EDUCATION
- Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited college or university
- Current State of Michigan Mortuary Science License or the ability to reciprocate license from another state
EXPERIENCE
- 1+ years as a Funeral Director/Embalmer
- Computer skills and use of software, including but not limited to scanning, editing, printing, and Microsoft Word.
PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Professional demeanor
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively multitask
- Effective problem solver with the ability to think creatively
- Reliable and punctual
- Attention to detail
- Ability to compose and edit obituaries
- Willingness to embrace a strict professional dress code
- Articulate public speaker
- Able to lift 50 lbs
REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited college or university
- Three references from most recent employers
Additional personal and professional references are welcome but not required
- Ability to pass a background check
- Proof of current driver's license and clean driving record
Please respond with letter of interest and resume to Lindsey (Jonkhoff) Rogers at Lindseyj@RJFHfamily.com.
Seeking Licensed Funeral Director
01/25/2023
Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer
Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home in Saline, Michigan is seeking a licensed director and embalmer, dedicated to providing above-and-beyond service to those in need of our expertise. We are an independent, family-owned firm, entrusted with over 150 families a year. We are deeply vested and highly respected in our community, where we have worked hard to earn and keep trusted relationships. It is an outstanding community, with rapidly expanding real estate and industry, also boasting top rated schools.
Candidates must be professional, compassionate, affable, and intuitive, tuned in to what each family wants and/or needs. We offer a significant Compensation package, with Benefits that include: health insurance allotment, pre-arrangement commission, matching retirement program, paid vacation time, paid sick days, cell phone allotment, fuel allotment, paid professional development opportunities, bonuses, and potential extra pay for embalming done during off-call hours. Candidates are not expected to make nighttime removals. Work schedule stipulates one weekday off, each week, and every other weekend off.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Meet with families, arrange and direct funerals and services of all types.
- Work with fellow employees, outside agencies, government offices, and vendors to coordinate services, order merchandise, schedule burials, and prepare all necessary documentation for burial, cremation, and transport.
- Embalm, dress, cosmetize and casket the deceased.
- Assist with setup and scheduling of visitations and services.
- Demonstrate proficient use of fax machine, computers, typewriters, EDRS
system, a/v system, and phone system.
- Adhere to state, federal, and company laws, regulations, and policies.
- Make removals during daytime business hours.
- Operate all funeral home vehicles.
- Assist in all other tasks associated with the funeral home and our services.
EDUCATION
- Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited university.
- Appropriate state of Michigan funeral licensure or the ability to
reciprocate license from another state.
EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years as a funeral director/embalmer preferred. However, positive attitude and a commitment to collaborative teamwork are more important to us than the number of years worked in the industry.
- Computer skills and use of software, including but not limited to scanning, editing, printing, and Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of DocuSign and social media platforms is advantageous.
- Previous experience in customer service is advantageous.
PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Professional integrity / trustworthy.
- Effective communication skills (both written and oral).
- Ability to compose and edit obituaries.
- Ability to effectively multitask.
- Articulate public speaker.
- Effective problem solver.
- Attention to detail.
- Punctual.
- Able to lift 50 lbs.
- Present appropriate professional appearance.
DOCUMENTATION
- Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited university.
- Three (3) references from your most recent employers.
- Proof of current driver's license and good driving record.
If interested, please email Steve Robison at rbfhsaline@hotmail.com
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