Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services
Embalmer - Decedent Care Team
Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, United States, 80033
EMBALMER
Location: Mt. Olivet Cemetery - Wheat Ridge, CO
Must have a degree in Mortuary Science and current license or ability to renew
Our Embalmer is part of the Decedent Care Team and is a trained professional with a specialized skillset for preforming a variety of tasks including embalming, dressing, cosmetizing, hairstyling, casketing and preforming cremations using appropriate safeguards and following safe practices during the preparation and cremation process. As our Embalmer, you will be expected to interact with Decedent Care Team Members, Supervisors, Funeral Directors, Funeral Director Associates and other internal/external personnel and departments.
Let’s talk compensation…
Hourly: $24 -$28 - DOE
Benefits
REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent
Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited school or university preferred
Current license and/or the ability to obtain licensure in the state of practice
1-3 years of relevant work experience
Take ownership and responsibility for professional development through learning, via classroom, online training or self-directed learning as required to maintain certification status
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve with care when receiving and preparing the decedent for final disposition
Share the journey and serve families with care as guided by the Catholic faith
Verify the decedent’s identity, and document receipt of the decedent’s personal property received when taken into our care
Properly handle caskets, alternative containers and urns as directed
Preform case analysis and document using and Embalming Report per procedure
Perform duties using appropriate safeguards and according to safe practices
Perform emergency restorative procedures when applicable
Handle hazardous materials, chemicals, and spills in accordance with the Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Perform administrative and day to day operation duties as required including, but not limited to, authorization of services, verifying information, completing forms, data entry and maintaining logs
Maintain Case Management board for scheduled embalming / cremation / preparation work
Maintain a regular schedule of Prep Room/Crematory inventory, cleaning, and maintenance including equipment repair, instruments and certification logs
Monitor exhaust stack emissions to ensure compliance with regulatory emission standards
Communicate via telephone/email with internal/external personnel and departments
Inspect all products for any manufacturing or delivery defects
Comply with federal and state laws/regulations applicable to human and cremated remains
Any other duties as directed by management
QUALIFICATIONS
Have a positive and supportive attitude toward the Catholic Church, her teachings and her work
Knowledge of the Catholic faith, rituals and traditions
Working knowledge of funeral services, ceremonies and case management
Knowledge of embalming/cremation process, equipment and procedures
Knowledge of mortuary laws and legal requirements and compliance for federal and in state of practice
Ability to perform one’s duties without direct supervision
Proficient in the use of computers, software and technology
Refrain from public promotion or approval of any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with the Catholic doctrine or morals
Must hold current valid Colorado driver’s license to perform duties
Must have excellent communication skills
Possess a high level of compassion and integrity
Possess problem solving skills
Must be detail oriented and preform duties in a timely and accurate manner
Possess a professional attitude and ability to be a team player
REQUIREMENTS
Lift and/or move objects weighting between 75-100 lbs.
Push and pull up to 300 lbs. with a wheeled cart
Stand for long periods on a hard surface
Sit for extended periods of time
Operate computer, mouse, copier/printer and telephone
Look at a computer screen for extended periods of time
Use the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and prepare for embalming/cremation
Mt. Olivet Cemetery was consecrated in 1892, located on the western side of the Denver Metro area in Wheat Ridge, Colorado and is the largest cemetery in Colorado with 392 acres.
St. Simeon Cemetery, located on the eastern side of the Denver Metro area in Aurora, Colorado was consecrated in 2004. The Mortuary is located on the grounds of Mt. Olivet Cemetery and was opened in 1981.
These entities serve the Catholic Community of the Denver metro area and its various parishes, missions, and apostolates and other members of the general public regardless of their religious affiliation.
Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery | CFCS Colorado
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Location: Mt. Olivet Cemetery - Wheat Ridge, CO
Must have a degree in Mortuary Science and current license or ability to renew
Our Embalmer is part of the Decedent Care Team and is a trained professional with a specialized skillset for preforming a variety of tasks including embalming, dressing, cosmetizing, hairstyling, casketing and preforming cremations using appropriate safeguards and following safe practices during the preparation and cremation process. As our Embalmer, you will be expected to interact with Decedent Care Team Members, Supervisors, Funeral Directors, Funeral Director Associates and other internal/external personnel and departments.
Let’s talk compensation…
Hourly: $24 -$28 - DOE
Benefits
REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent
Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited school or university preferred
Current license and/or the ability to obtain licensure in the state of practice
1-3 years of relevant work experience
Take ownership and responsibility for professional development through learning, via classroom, online training or self-directed learning as required to maintain certification status
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve with care when receiving and preparing the decedent for final disposition
Share the journey and serve families with care as guided by the Catholic faith
Verify the decedent’s identity, and document receipt of the decedent’s personal property received when taken into our care
Properly handle caskets, alternative containers and urns as directed
Preform case analysis and document using and Embalming Report per procedure
Perform duties using appropriate safeguards and according to safe practices
Perform emergency restorative procedures when applicable
Handle hazardous materials, chemicals, and spills in accordance with the Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Perform administrative and day to day operation duties as required including, but not limited to, authorization of services, verifying information, completing forms, data entry and maintaining logs
Maintain Case Management board for scheduled embalming / cremation / preparation work
Maintain a regular schedule of Prep Room/Crematory inventory, cleaning, and maintenance including equipment repair, instruments and certification logs
Monitor exhaust stack emissions to ensure compliance with regulatory emission standards
Communicate via telephone/email with internal/external personnel and departments
Inspect all products for any manufacturing or delivery defects
Comply with federal and state laws/regulations applicable to human and cremated remains
Any other duties as directed by management
QUALIFICATIONS
Have a positive and supportive attitude toward the Catholic Church, her teachings and her work
Knowledge of the Catholic faith, rituals and traditions
Working knowledge of funeral services, ceremonies and case management
Knowledge of embalming/cremation process, equipment and procedures
Knowledge of mortuary laws and legal requirements and compliance for federal and in state of practice
Ability to perform one’s duties without direct supervision
Proficient in the use of computers, software and technology
Refrain from public promotion or approval of any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with the Catholic doctrine or morals
Must hold current valid Colorado driver’s license to perform duties
Must have excellent communication skills
Possess a high level of compassion and integrity
Possess problem solving skills
Must be detail oriented and preform duties in a timely and accurate manner
Possess a professional attitude and ability to be a team player
REQUIREMENTS
Lift and/or move objects weighting between 75-100 lbs.
Push and pull up to 300 lbs. with a wheeled cart
Stand for long periods on a hard surface
Sit for extended periods of time
Operate computer, mouse, copier/printer and telephone
Look at a computer screen for extended periods of time
Use the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and prepare for embalming/cremation
Mt. Olivet Cemetery was consecrated in 1892, located on the western side of the Denver Metro area in Wheat Ridge, Colorado and is the largest cemetery in Colorado with 392 acres.
St. Simeon Cemetery, located on the eastern side of the Denver Metro area in Aurora, Colorado was consecrated in 2004. The Mortuary is located on the grounds of Mt. Olivet Cemetery and was opened in 1981.
These entities serve the Catholic Community of the Denver metro area and its various parishes, missions, and apostolates and other members of the general public regardless of their religious affiliation.
Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery | CFCS Colorado
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