Embalmer - Decedent Care Team

Location: Mt. Olivet Cemetery - Wheat Ridge, CO

About the Role

Our Embalmer is part of the Decedent Care Team and is a trained professional with a specialized skillset for performing a variety of tasks including embalming, dressing, cosmetizing, hairstyling, casketing, and performing cremations using appropriate safeguards and following safe practices. You will interact with Decedent Care Team Members, Supervisors, Funeral Directors, Funeral Director Associates, and other internal/external personnel and departments.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly: $24–$28 (DOE)

Benefits available.

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
• Must hold a current valid Colorado driver’s license to perform duties
• Lift and/or move objects weighing 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

Responsibilities

• Serve with care when receiving and preparing the decedent for final disposition
• Serve families with care as guided by the Catholic faith
• Verify the decedent’s identity and document receipt of the decedent’s personal property
• Properly handle caskets, alternative containers, and urns as directed
• Perform case analysis and document using an 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 operational duties including 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 for federal and state of practice
• Ability to perform 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 be considered in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and able to perform duties in a timely and accurate manner
• Professional attitude and ability to be a team player

About Us

Mt. Olivet Cemetery was consecrated in 1892 and is located on the western side of the Denver Metro area in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. It 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, as well as other members of the general public regardless of their religious affiliation.