快手约炮

Distance Learning

Introduction to Distance Education

How Does Distance Education Work?

Distance education students enjoy being in a virtual classroom among peers and with a live instructor听from the comfort of their own home. Once enrolled as a student, you will have access to Canvas 飞丑别谤别听you can find your course information and the Zoom Link for your class.

You will join the class using the听Zoom Link at the scheduled day and time each week, bringing you into the virtual classroom setting. You听will have a live instructor and it operates much like a traditional classroom, only on Zoom.

What Equipment Will I Need?

You will need a laptop, PC, Mac, iPad, MacBook, or Surface Pro with internet access (we recommend a听minimum of 50 Mbps) and a working camera to attend class and complete quizzes and exams. You听CANNOT use a Chromebook, tablet, or phone (iPhone, Android or Windows based). You may not attend听class on a cell phone.

You cannot complete this class using a phone, the software used for quizzes,听exams and other academic portions do not support phones, Chromebooks, or tablets.

Are You Ready to Learn in an Online Environment听?

Online learning requires discipline. In order to be successful in the virtual classroom setting, you should听be aware of your own strengths and weaknesses.

Click to听Take the DERA Assessment to Determine Your听Personal Readiness Level.

What Books Am I Required to Have?

All required textbooks are available in digital format and are accessible via our internal Learning Management System. Books are viewable only: you cannot edit, highlight, print or download e-books. Students requiring hard copy books can order them online. Students who opt to purchase hard copy books online will be responsible for all associated costs.

How Will I Obtain My Clinical Experience?

Once courses are complete, you will begin your clinical experience which consists of Clinical I and Clinical听II. Each Clinical lasts a full term.

Clinical 1 Schedule

This entire clinical can be completed in a funeral home near you. If you are not already听working in a funeral home to complete your clinical experience, we will have you reach out to several听funeral homes in your area. Once a clinical site has been established, the Clinical Coordinator at FMC, or听another representative will conduct a virtual site inspection. The form will be given to you ahead of听time. Once the site inspection is complete, you may begin fulfilling your Clinical I requirements. A听representative of the college will also meet briefly via Zoom with your preceptor to cover important听facets of the expectations of the college for your clinical experience.

  • Week 1: Site Inspections/Verifications
  • Week 6: Three (3) Embalming Cases Due
  • Week 9: Two (2) Embalming Cases Due
  • Week 9: Two (2) Arrangement Observations Due
  • Week 9: Five (5) Funeral Observation Reports Due

All of your case reports and observation reports will be submitted on MorTraqr.

Clinical II Schedule

You can complete 90% of this clinical experience in a funeral home near you. Most students听complete Clinical II in the same location as Clinical I (if your site changes, a new site inspection is听needed). The last week (Week 10) of Clinical II will require your presence on campus. You will come to听campus for a 1-week stay to complete your certified embalming, which will be arranged by the school.听You will also complete a Capstone Project which includes a Restorative Art intensive during this time.

  • Week 1: Site Inspections/Verifications
  • Week 3: Two (2) Embalming Cases Due
  • Week 6: Two (2) Embalming Cases Due
  • Week 9: Mock Arrangement (via Zoom with School Faculty)
  • Week 10: Capstone Week 鈥� On-campus Intensive

All of your case reports and observation reports will be submitted on .

For Week 10 of Clinical II, all* 快手约炮 students are required to complete a mandatory one-week Capstone Project on-site at FMC鈥檚 Norwood campus in accordance with our accrediting board鈥檚 standards and policies. Live instructors will be on-site for guidance and to facilitate this process.

This one-week stay will provide you with an in-depth study of Restorative Art and assist in teaching you the intricate details of re-creating facial features. During this week, students will also complete their embalming certification at a time and location that has been pre-determined by the school.

For Week 10 you will need to prepare for the arrangement and additional expenses:

Out-of-town students are responsible for travel and hotel accommodations. FMC students will receive a discounted rate when booking a room at The Courtyard by Marriott, Norwood. Discount code will be provided to students by the school. All participating students are required to be at the school on time each day.

Students will be responsible for transportation to the hotel upon arrival to the Boston area, as well as departure transportation from the school on Friday.

The college will provide the following transportation:

鈥� To and from The Courtyard by Marriott, Norwood to the college campus
鈥� To and from The Courtyard by Marriott, Norwood or college campus to the clinical embalming site

The college will provide the following meals:

鈥� Monday 鈥� Friday: Continental breakfast provided by The Courtyard at Marriott
鈥� Monday 鈥� Friday: Lunch and refreshments provided by FMC
鈥� Monday and Thursday: Dinner provided by FMC

On Campus intensive schedule:

The schedule will be given to you on arrival and will consist of 5 days:
9:00am 鈥� 4:00pm; Monday 鈥� Friday in an RA intensive lab, with one day designated (either morning 9:00am 鈥� 12:00pm; or afternoon 1:00pm 鈥� 4:00pm) for the certified embalming, and another 2-hour period designated for the Final Exam for Review class.

*Students who have already completed the Restorative Art class prior to Summer term, 2023 have met the requirements.

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Sharon Stacy

Sharon Stacy is a Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer in Massachusetts. In 2016 she started working in the industry and completed her degree in Applied Science and Funeral Service from 快手约炮 in 2018. Sharon has had the pleasure of working in both family and corporate funeral homes.

Sharon takes great pride in educating the public about funeral service which has led her to specializing as an Advance Planning Funeral Director. She has found that people look for someone who will make them feel comfortable and confident in their decisions during the process. It never escapes her with how much trust the community puts into the funeral home.

Sharon resides in the South Shore of Massachusetts with her significant other Tim and their English Lab Bruschi. In her spare time, she enjoys trying new breweries, camping and spending a lot of time outside especially when it’s sunny.

Yasmin Carter

Yasmin Carter, Ph.D., is the Associate Dean for Academic Programs at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences School of Optometry and an Adjunct Associate Professor of Translational Anatomy at UMass Chan Medical School. With over 15 years of experience teaching anatomy, Dr. Carter combines her anthropological training and global expertise to bring a unique perspective to her classrooms.

Dr. Carter’s professional journey has taken her from high-resolution imaging research at a Canadian synchrotron facility to teaching in medical and health science programs across North America. She has extensive experience in the anthropology of death and dying and the ethical treatment of human remains, areas she is passionate about sharing with students entering mortuary sciences.

Known for her innovative teaching methods and approachable style, Dr. Carter has worked with learners from diverse backgrounds, inspiring them to master the complexities of human anatomy while addressing the sensitive nature of death. She brings a practical, empathetic, and globally informed perspective to her work, helping future professionals build skills that serve their communities with respect and care.

Briana Strycharz

Briana Strycharz, LMSW, lives in Stonington, CT. She is a dedicated elementary school social worker who is passionate about helping students navigate social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Quinnipiac University, and a Master鈥檚 Degree in Social Work from Fordham University. In her free time, Briana enjoys reading, being by the water or at the beach, and spending time with her husband and family.

Krista Scarano

Krista Scarano, lives in Waterford, CT and has been teaching elementary-aged students for 9 years. She holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Childhood Education and Sociology/Anthropology from Elmira College, a Master’s in Education Technology from the University of St. Joseph, and a certification in Education Leadership from Sacred Heart University. Passionate about exploring other cultures, she enjoys traveling throughout Europe with her husband. As an adjunct听instructor, Krista is excited to use her experience in growing up in a multi-generational family of business owners.听

Kayla Scardina

Kayla is an elementary special education teacher with a specialty in learning and behavior disorders. Kayla excels in creating individualized education programs for each individual student to meet their unique learning needs. Beyond Kayla’s bachelor鈥檚 degree in special education, she holds a master’s degree in reading as well as a master’s degree in educational leadership.

Joane Paulemon

Director of Student Financial Services

Joane is an accomplished finance professional with over a decade of progressive experience in financial aid administration, compliance, and student financial services.听听

Holding a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Stony Brook University and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Queens College, Joane combines her technical expertise with a strong commitment to student success and institutional integrity.

Kyle Trombley

Administrative Coordinator

Kyle has a background in IT and customer service. In his free time, he loves to spend time with his young son and wife. He enjoys doing various outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, and working on projects around the house.

Beth Durand

Financial Aid Coordinator

Beth has over two decades experience in accounting and finance, having worked in both the public and private sectors. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Framingham State University.

Joy Burke

Admissions Coordinator

Joy Burke has over ten years of experience as an IT specialist. Prior to coming to 快手约炮, she held various positions in digital product design. She is keen to leverage her expertise in user-centered design to听enhance FMC鈥檚 student experience. Joy currently resides in Ireland with her partner and dogs.

Ryan Ricci

Clinical Coordinator

Ryan has always had interests in art and science. After receiving his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in 2017, he worked in the art museum education field for several years.

Ryan found funeral service and FINE upon searching for a change, and a second career. He is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer with the Varnum and Charbonneau Funeral Homes, as well as a 2023 Summa Cum Laude graduate of FINE and the Valedictorian of his class. In his second year of school, Ryan was featured in the September 2023 edition of American Funeral Director Magazine, in an article titled 鈥淥nes to Watch.鈥�

In his free time he enjoys maintaining his tiny backyard garden, pop culture and collecting, creating art, and learning the Italian and Russian languages on Duolingo.

Malia Gallagher

Admissions Coordinator

Malia has two years of experience working in admissions. Prior to coming to FINE Mortuary, she worked as an admissions counselor in Danvers, MA. She has a bachelor鈥檚 degree in English, a minor in Psychology, and a specialization in Creative Writing from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. In her free time, Malia enjoys baking, crocheting, and spending time with her dog.

Corrie Douglas

Financial Aid Specialist

Corrie has a bachelor鈥檚 degree in social work and has over a decade of experience working as a Financial Aid Administrator.听 听

Kari Northey

Kari Northey is a 20-year licensed funeral director and embalmer in Michigan, with bachelor鈥檚 degrees in psychology and mortuary science. She is a freelance funeral director at several local funeral homes in SW Michigan. For the last five years, she has been Kari the Mortician on YouTube and other social media platforms. She has a passion for educating consumers, supporting students and aspiring morticians, and working in the funeral home with families as they maneuver the funeral process and caring for the deceased.听

Kari has two daughters and enjoys time with her family, including her partner Josh and his son. Michigan is plentiful with woods and lakes and they enjoy all types of adventures.听

Monica La Vita

Monica is a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer in Massachusetts. She completed her Associate Degree in Applied Science in Funeral Service from 快手约炮 and a Bachelor鈥檚 Degree in Criminal Justice from Bay State College.

Monica’s true passion is embalming. She believes in the value of viewing and the comfort that it brings to the families she serves. She holds a huge responsibility to be able to look after their loved one and give them back their dignity and identity. She is known for her acute attention to detail and the sincere love she has for her job.

Monica takes the time to embrace continuing education, whether it’s online or attending seminars outside of the state. She currently serves as a preceptor for Mortuary students where she enjoys helping others understand new concepts and build skills within the industry. When she is not working, Monica enjoys spending time with her two hairless cats. She is also an avid concertgoer.听

Mary Ellen Armbrust

Mary Ellen Armbrust grew up in a small town in upstate NY and after college she migrated to Alaska to fish commercially then eventually settled in Seattle, WA where she now resides with her husband of twenty-seven years, two fabulous daughters and a goofy and lovable dog. Mary Ellen is a part-time bookkeeper and full-time mom to a daughter preparing for college and another daughter who requires full care. When time allows, she enjoys being outdoors, hiking, walking, outings with her daughters, and spending time with friends and family.

Austin Perrin

Austin Perrin is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in both New Hampshire and Tennessee. He has worked in the funeral profession since 2016. Austin began his career as an apprentice with a family-owned funeral home graduating Sum Cum Laude from 快手约炮 in 2019. Austin is currently working for Milestone Funeral Partners overseeing multiple funeral homes.

Austin resides in the Lakes Region of NH with his wife and children. In his free time, he enjoys time with his family, golfing, and fishing.

Sarah DeMelo

Sarah is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer who graduated 快手约炮 in 2022. After experiencing the deaths of her uncle and Grandfather in 2019, she made the decision to enroll at FMC. With a passion for embalming, helping others, and comforting them during a difficult period in their life, she has added a greater purpose and fulfillment to her career.

Prior to working in the funeral service industry Sarah worked as a manager for 18 years where she gained experience with sales, human resources, merchandising, and day-to-day operations.听 In her spare time, she enjoys anything outdoors in the Summer, including traveling to the Caribbean. A normal day after work will include cooking and spending time with her son and three dogs. She is currently working towards certification for insurance license and one day hopes to manage a funeral home of her own.听

Sarah Decatur

Sarah Decatur will receive her Associate Degree in Mortuary Science at 快手约炮 in the Summer of 2025.

During her time so far at FINE, Sarah received the great honor of being the student chosen for a paid internship at UMASS Chan Anatomical Lab, which enriched her appreciation and skills, as well as meeting and working with staff. In addition, she is honored to have been invited to sit on the Advisory Board at 快手约炮.

Sarah has a passion and love for the history of funeral service, and specifically ancient Egyptian rituals and rites.

Sarah lives in Henniker, N.H. with her family and new baby daughter, Isabella.听听 She is excited to continue her education and looks forward to where her talents, skills and interests may bring her.

Jerelyn Serra

A fifth-generation funeral director licensed in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, Jerelyn R. (Rondeau) Serra grew up feeling called to the funeral profession. She is determined help families talk about, be prepared for and educate all the she can about the importance of a personalized farewell.

In addition to serving on the Advisory Board for FMC, Jerelyn serves on the New Hampshire Funeral Directors Association Board and most recently on the CANA Education Board. Jerelyn is a Certified Celebrant and has been formally trained through The InSight Institute to meet the needs of families during their time of loss.

Jerelyn received her undergraduate degree from University of Massachusetts in 2002. She also holds a degree in Mortuary Science from 快手约炮 (FMC) graduating in 2008.

Jim Acciardo

Jim became a registered funeral director and licensed embalmer in February of 2022.听

Jim began his funeral service career in 2011, working with his father in Springfield, Massachusetts. In 2018 he decided to enroll at the Funeral Institute of New England (FINE) in Norwood, Massachusetts, and discovered an even larger passion for helping the families he has served. Jim graduated Cum Laude in July 2021 after earning his Associate’s Degree in Mortuary Science.听

Jim Joined the Boucher Funeral Home, Inc., in May of 2022. Jim currently resides in Peterborough, New Hampshire, with his wife Nicole and their son Liam.

Maryam Salaam

Mrs. Maryam A. Salaam was born in Philadelphia, PA and earned her Associates of Science degree at Kellogg Community College. She earned her bachelor鈥檚 degree in science at Old Dominion University where she majored in Biological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. She earned her master鈥檚 in biomedical sciences from Liberty University in 2017. She is an instructor at ECPI University where she has been since 2020 where she teaches both remotely and on campus, as well as an Adjunct faculty at 快手约炮 where she teaches various science disciplines. Mrs. Salaam is certified in Diet and Nutrition,听and Immunology which she studies and researches in her spare time.

Melissa Rodriguez

Melissa comes to us as Director after a career spanning two decades in Financial Aid as a Counselor and Loan Officer. She has worked for large state and community colleges, as well as for smaller private and proprietary colleges. Her greatest passion comes from helping students, and she wishes to be the resource to others that she had always wished for herself while she was a student. Melissa graduated from Stony Brook University with a BA in Psychology, and then from Dowling College with her MBA in Management.

Melissa is an avid traveler and has visited over 40 countries and looks forward to doubling that number. Melissa resides in New York with her husband David and their Shih Tzu Emma.

Tammy Beckedorf

Tammy has over 15 years experience in business including management, finance, change management, quality, and compliance within the banking and real estate industry. She brings a service driven mindset with a focus on cross-functional collaboration. Tammy graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from SUNY at Fredonia.

Melissa Traino

With 25 years of professional experience and expertise in guiding families through the complexities of end-of-life matters, having served thousands of bereaved families all over the country, Melissa A. Traino, MA, LFD, a licensed professional in multiple states, proudly serves as the Founder and CEO of Omega Funeral Consulting.听听

In her capacities as a Licensed Funeral Director, Cemetery Specialist, Thanatologist, and Memorialization Expert, Melissa takes an active role in encouraging open dialogue, simplifying navigation, and enhancing understanding in the sometimes unfamiliar realm of the funeral and memorialization industry.听

Through participating in educational speaking events and lending her expertise as an advocate, mediator, funerary event specialist, and death care consultant, Melissa demystifies the complexities of death care services. Her commitment ensures that families are equipped with comprehensive information to make informed decisions while staying within their budgetary constraints.听

While serving as Program Director at Mid-America College of Funeral Directing, Melissa served as a Board Member for Pierce College’s National Board Examination Committee and Curriculum Committee. Melissa also served as a Board Member for the America Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE), Accreditation Liaison Committee. She developed and implemented prospecting strategies to build clinical site partnerships, expanding inspected and contracted student training opportunities by 35%. During her tenure as Program Director, the college was proud to report a consistent and impressive increase in student national test scores year after year.听

In time of mass fatalities, Melissa is听deployed as a recovery and survivor advocate for governmental and state organizations, including HHS (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services), OEM (Office of Emergency Management), NDMS VIC (National Disaster Medical System Victim Information Center), and FEMORS (Florida Emergency Mortuary Operations Response System).听

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Sam Erler

Samantha “Sam” Erler taught High School English for 7 years before returning to school to pursue her Funeral Directing and Embalming education from Worsham College of Mortuary Science.

Sam is licensed to practice in both Indiana and Minnesota and enjoys implementing the skills she has acquired through her varied professional experiences.

During her free time, Sam enjoys spending time with her husband and three pets and looks forward to welcoming their new baby.

Angel Rios

Angel Rios is a highly experienced senior advisor with over 21 years of expertise in accounting strategy and business operations. His focus has been primarily in the defense industries, where he gained valuable insights and knowledge.听

Born and raised in a small island in the western Caribbean known as Puerto Rico, Angel developed an interest in business and accounting from a young age. After completing his bachelor’s degree in accounting, he moved to the United States and has been living in Texas ever since.听

To further enhance his skills and knowledge, he pursued a Doctorate in Business Administration with a specialization in Public Business from Northcentral University. Additionally, he holds two master鈥檚 degrees – one with a concentration in Accounting and Finance, and the other in Business Management – from American Intercontinental University.听

Aside from his professional accomplishments, he is passionate about transferring his vast experience and knowledge to help learners achieve their goals. Over the years, he has mentored many individuals towards success in the fields of business and accounting.听

Angel is dedicated to making a positive impact and inspiring others to reach their full potential.

Jamie Jackson

Jamie Jackson is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, Certified Crematory Operatory, and Certified Celebrant at Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory in Rhode Island. Although she is a fifth-generation funeral director, funeral service was not always the direction planned. After graduating from The George Washington University with a bachelor’s in psychology in 2009, she returned home and worked in the mental health field until 2014 when she started attending 快手约炮 and became licensed in 2016. Most recently, she obtained her Masters of Business Administration in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University.

Jamie is passionate about funeral service, especially about adapting to changing trends in the industry, but is also passionate about finding the delicate balance between work and personal life. She enjoys spending time with her nieces, taking her Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, Henry, on adventures, skiing, and playing tennis.

Michele Reed

Michele Reed is a nurse attorney with extensive experience in medical malpractice and class action litigation. She has an active license in Florida, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Michele is a graduate of Widener Law School in Wilmington, Delaware. She received her MSN from Immaculata University in Pennsylvania and graduated magna cum laude with her BSN from LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA.

Michele has over 20 years of experience in Health Care Administration in private and government health care facilities. She has vast experience in critical care and behavioral health care. Additionally, she has taught nursing administration at West Chester University and Immaculata University in Pennsylvania.

Greg Gallagher

Greg Gallagher, is a Massachusetts licensed funeral director and embalmer in Massachusetts with over 25 years of experience in the funeral business. He is the manager of Badger Funeral Homes in Littleton and Groton, MA. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, Associates Degree in Thanatology and is a graduate of 快手约炮 where he earned an Associates Degree in Funeral Service. A caring and compassionate clinical coordinator, he serves all families proudly with dignity and respect.

Erica DeRemer

Erica DeRemer, a native Ohioan, graduated with a Bachelor of Mortuary Science from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2003. She has worked in a variety of roles within the funeral industry, including, the traditional funeral director /embalmer role, preneed sales, pet funeral services, building and managing simple cremation companies for family-owned funeral home owners, and as a general manager of four simple cremation companies for Park Lawn. She has worked in hospice as a public relations and marketing director and done consulting work with Nationwide Cremation Consulting and Veterans Funeral Care.

Erica has been featured in a National Geographic episode on American death rites, a guest speaker for presentations at Bowling Green State University and The University of Findlay, holds professional certifications in freelance writing, public relations, is a certified funeral celebrant, and is currently working on her MBA with a concentration in Human Resource Management.

Erica currently lives in Nashville, TN with her husband- United States Air Force retiree- and her daughter. She enjoys riding horses, outdoor activities and cheering on the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Job Description

July 20, 2022

Brewitt Funeral Home, LLC
Exeter, Epping & Raymond - New Hampshire

Our starting offer for a full-time salary position annually would be $50,000 with payroll paid once a month (This is a starting salary and increases would be given as years go on based on job performance).听 In addition, we would also offer overtime hours on weekends.听 Health benefits from Anthem BC&BS or future equivalent.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional and caring manner -Carry out funeral services from retrieval of the deceased to final disposition
  • Assist in the maintenance of the facilities, grounds, and vehicles
  • Ensure that all federal, state and local regulations related to the funeral industry are followed
  • Prepare the memorial area for the family before the services start
  • Ensure that flowers and other memorabilia are returned to the family after services
  • 听Maintain reverence and respect for the deceased at all times
  • Train all staff and strictly enforce all logging, identification, casketing and cremation procedures
  • 听Complete embalming, disinfecting, dressing, preparing and casketing the deceased using appropriate precautions and OSHA standards in a manner that honors the deceased
  • Processing of cremated remains, and possible cremating of human remains if employee can obtain a Crematory Operator Certificate
  • Working Monday-Friday 9 AM-4 PM. Being on-call Monday through Friday and two weekends a month. When on-call for the weekend-hours worked as necessary-not set hours.
  • 听Computer ability wanted for various filing and merchandise needs

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Current apprentice or funeral director license or certification if required by state regulations
  • Professional communication skills
  • Experience handling sensitive situations in a professional manner -Knowledge of current federal, state and local regulations related to the funeral industry
  • To be successful, it would be helpful to realize the daily work can change from moment to moment and be able to roll with it.

Apply by emailing resume to brewittjohn@yahoo.com, or call 603-502-7592.

Backup contact is Miguel Brewitt and his contact number is 603-502-7591 with email miguelbrewitt@yahoo.com

We are a family owned funeral home that averages about 400-450 removals a year handling around 350 of those cases ourselves.听 The other calls end up as trade calls or police/ME calls that go to other funeral homes.

Job Description

July 16, 2022

Opening for an Educated Apprentice

Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Homes, Inc.
Maine

Company Details: Our group includes a three-facility traditional funeral home with a volume of approximately 150 calls annually; a direct cremation company with annual calls hitting 800 this year; a crematory and cemetery.

Description: We are looking for an individual who has completed mortuary school and is looking to complete an apprenticeship, ideally to continue working in the state of Maine. We need a well-rounded individual who would like to gain experience in all aspects of funeral service, including crematory operator, monument sales, and cemetery work, in additional to traditional funerals and direct disposition.

Benefits: We do have a studio apartment that could be rented at a reasonable fee. We are close to Bar Harbor for the outdoor enthusiast, and Ellsworth is becoming an attractive destination. We cover continuing education opportunities. Interested candidates can reach out to Cynthia Weiland, General Manager 鈥� (800) 750鈥�7704听

Job Description

July 15, 2022

Apprentice

Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home
Minnesota

听NOW HIRING: Apprentice to join the Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home team.听

Our Family Owned funeral home is growing and we鈥檙e looking for energetic, positive and compassionate Apprentices to join our professional team!听

We are seeking an Apprentice to become an important part of our team. You鈥檒l have the opportunity to work with one of the fastest growing and most innovative Family Owned Funeral Homes in the Country that鈥檚 paving the way for generations ahead.听

We are a progressive funeral home with nine locations, serving several communities in and around St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. You will be involved in various aspects of funeral service and will be expected to service a very diverse community. You must be able to communicate effectively, manage relationships with those you serve and work with while also handling the pressures of managing details within our ever-changing profession. Once finalizing your apprenticeship being approved for licensure in Minnesota (bachelors degree) is a must.听

If you are hired, you will be an integral part of our team who takes pride in the work that they do. We prioritize work/family balance. You will be rewarded for your hard work, through our competitive wages starting at $55,000 per year with additional compensation for after hour transfers and embalmings, monument commissions, bonus plan and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, long term disability insurance, paid time off, and a generous 401K retirement plan.听

Please submit your resume to lisa@graystoneassociates.com for consideration.听

Job Description

July 8, 2022

Per Diem Dressman / Funeral / Transfer Team

Campbell Funeral Home
Beverly, MA & Gloucester, MA

Summary: Responsible for assisting Funeral Directors with the functions of a funeral and are available on call for transfers of decedents.听

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.听

  1. Assists Funeral Directors.听
  2. Leads or assist in transfers.听
  3. Performs a variety of tasks during funerals to assist Funeral Directors and to ensure that services run smoothly and as planned.听
  4. Assists in the parking lot during visiting hours.听
  5. Available after hours for transfers of decedents.听
  6. Attends parking lot for services.听
  7. Maintains cleanliness of funeral home vehicles.听
  8. Sets up and breaks down funeral home chapel.听
  9. Maintains funeral home grounds.听

Qualifications:听

Education/Experience:听High school diploma or general education degree (GED).听

Certificates and Licenses:听Valid driver’s license听

Equipment:听Stretcher听

Physical Demands:听The employee must regularly lift and/or move a minimum of 40 pounds.听

Job Description

June 29, 2022

Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice

Cartwright Funeral Homes & Cartwright-Venuti Funeral Home
South of Boston

Immediate opportunity available for a full-time position.

Cartwright Funeral Homes and Cartwright-Venuti Funeral Home are owned and operated by the Cartwright family. Our family has been providing caring, dignified and affordable funeral services to Braintree, Holbrook, Randolph, and the surrounding communities for 5 generations. We are full service funeral providers with funeral homes located just South of Boston.

We provide funeral service options from ranging from the “Traditional Funeral” to services individualized to your specific needs and customs. From the simplest of services ending in burial, cremation or alternative forms of disposition. We pride ourselves on our flexibility and adaptation to changing trends and customs. We are keenly aware of and have a great appreciation and respect for the religious and cultural differences of the diverse community we serve.

The goal of our staff of funeral service professionals is to provide an atmosphere of professionalism, compassion and understanding.

听Responsibilities听

  • Provides customer service in all areas of funeral arrangements, cremation ceremonies and internment to assist families following the loss of a loved one听
  • Provides exemplary personalized and professional service听
  • Performs on-call responsibilities including: taking first calls, talking with families, answering questions, providing initial details, and; conducting transfers听
  • Supervises and cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks such as: verifying identification; obtaining authorization for embalming; embalming; dressing, styling hair and/or applying cosmetics; preparing cremated remains听
  • Arranges and conducts funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures听
  • Negotiates and enters into funeral contracts听
  • Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of payment in accordance with company policies听
  • Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services听
  • Arranges for the interment or cremation of human remains
  • Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
  • Supervises/assists in funeral services by: supervising the parking of cars; ushering; driving funeral vehicles; assisting at chapel and church services; assisting at the cemetery; delivering of flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; setting up and removal of chairs, and; participating at special functions听
  • Ensures adherence to all applicable professional, municipal, provincial/state and federal licensing authority, regulations and rules听
  • Provides aftercare in absence of Family Service Counselor听
  • Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors听
  • Prepares and accurately completes documents and online entries related to services, cremations, maintenance听
  • Retains heritage and grows market share through active involvement with community, religious and other organizations听

Qualifications听

  • High School diploma or equivalent听
  • Completion of or currently enrolled in a dual degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral and mortuary science as required by state/province law and as prescribed by each state board听
  • Typically requires a minimum of 6 months experience in a funeral home, crematory or cemetery听
  • Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as required by law as prescribed by each state board听
  • Current state/province issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record听
  • Basic knowledge of religious and fraternal organizations customs听
  • Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office Suite required听
  • High level of compassion and integrity听
  • Good communication skills听
  • Problem solving skills听
  • Ability to multi-task and set priorities听
  • Detail oriented听

Interested candidates should send resume to: cfhofficemanager@yahoo.com听

Job Description

May 9, 2022

Full Time Funeral Director or Apprentice

Short & Rowe Funeral Home 鈥� Marlborough, MA

The Short & Rowe Funeral Home in Marlborough, MA is looking for a full time Funeral Director or possibly an Apprentice that is close to earning their license.听
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We are a family owned and operated home which has served our community for over 100 years.听
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Ideal candidate will be involved in all aspects of Funeral Service.听
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We offer a competitive salary based on experience, paid vacation and sick time, on call schedule and schedule days off.听
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Anyone interested should contact: John Rowe via email, johnnypr3@gmail.com or cell (603) 494鈥�1870听
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Short & Rowe Funeral Home听
95 W. Main St.听
Marlborough, MA 01752听
(508) 485鈥�0180听

Job Description

May 9, 2022

Licensed Funeral Director

Bibber Memorial Chapel 鈥� Kennebunk, ME

Company Details: Bibber Memorial Chapel is a family owned, independent funeral home based in Kennebunk, ME, a fifty-year member of Selected Independent Funeral Homes with offices located in Alfred, Wells and Berwick, ME. We are looking to hire two funeral directors to join our awesome team. The successful candidates will be joining a team of professionals that focus on serving our families with compassion and a dedication of bringing each family鈥檚 wishes of personal customized services to fruition.

Bibber Memorial Chapel has an 84- year history of providing personalized services to its families, enjoys a strong reputation of being community centered, and many of our employees have had long-term careers with us.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based upon skills and experience
  • SEP retirement plan
  • Healthcare
  • Clothing allowance
  • Sharing of on-call schedule
  • Endeavors to balance work/life commitments
  • Encourages opportunities for professional growth

The Communities we serve are located in Southern Maine, 20 minutes to Portland and an hour and a half to Boston, encompassing many coastal beaches and freshwater ponds, nearby nature preserves and associated hiking trails. The area also hosts sporting events, the arts and quality educational opportunities.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a close- knit team of dedicated professionals, we would like to talk with you! Please send all confidential inquiries to Douglas R. Bibber dougb@bibberfuneral.com

Bibber Memorial Chapel
67 Summer St.
Kennebunk, ME 04043
207-985-2752

Job Description

May 17, 2022

Office Manager

Confidential 鈥� South Shore

Office Hours 8-5 Monday-Friday (can be flexible to candidate)

Job Duties:

  • Answering calls
  • Keep detailed and accurate messages/requests made from clients or funeral associates
  • Ability to operate a multi-line phone system
  • Welcome visitors
  • Receive /distribute mail/deliveries and documents
  • Take inventory of supplies and restock if needed

Technical Skills/Qualifications

  • Operate fax, copy and computer
  • MS Office Applications: Word, Publisher, Excel, Paint and Outlook; along with a variety of funeral specific programs
  • Maintain the general office
  • Comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Punctual with strong attendance history

Interested candidates should reach out to Colleen Cronin at Bay Shore Staffing
Phone: 774-205-3334 / e-mail: colleen@bayshorestaffing.com

Job Description

May 17, 2022

Full-Time Funeral Apprentice

Atlas Family Funeral Homes 鈥� NH & ME

Company Details:听 Atlas Family Funeral Homes is looking for a full-time funeral apprentice to join our staff. We have multiple openings in our funeral homes in New Hampshire and Maine. The new hire must currently be attending or have attended mortuary school. He or she is primarily responsible for helping with removals, dressing and casketing, embalming, funeral services, light maintenance, and any other tasks assigned by the managing funeral director.

Qualifications:

Our ideal candidate is someone who is professional in conduct and caring in nature. A good work ethic and ability to work with a team is a must. Night and weekend hours are required. We provide flexible scheduling options that can work around most school attendance requirements.听 We generally try to promote from within and encourage our apprentices to build their own connections to the local community. Extensive training and mentorship will be offered by our senior directors to develop a high level of service and business acumen.

Requirements:

  • Currently attending or have attended mortuary school
  • 1+ years of experience in the funeral industry preferred
  • Valid U.S. driver鈥檚 license in good standing with acceptable driving record
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
  • Professional attitude and willingness to work
  • Excellent interpersonal and social skills

Responsibilities:

  • Assist funeral directors with funeral, memorial, and graveside services
  • Perform pick-ups, removals, and transportation as needed
  • Maintain friendly relationships with local area churches, community centers, hospices, and hospitals
  • General maintenance and cleaning of funeral home facilities
  • Help with embalming, dressing, and casketing
  • Other responsibilities as needed

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Vacation time
  • Relocation assistance

The candidate should expect to start as soon as possible. One week of paid training and orientation will be provided. Please submit resumes, cover letters, and questions to听recruiting@atlasmemorial.com

Job Description

May 24, 2022

Funeral Director

Speaks Chapels L.L.C.

Company Details: Speaks Chapels, a nationally-known funeral home in Independence, Missouri (a suburb of Kansas City) seeks professional help with our three-location operation. We offer a generous compensation package, relocation bonus, and the opportunity to grow with us. Successful candidates will be talented, smart, hardworking, and compassionate. We are looking for empathy, creativity, thoroughness, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of both client-families and our teammates.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced funeral director (or an exceptionally-talented recent mortuary school graduate) looking to take advantage of a comparatively low cost-of-living ratio, great pay, and all the advantages of the Kansas City area, including major sports, art museums, great restaurants, awesome music venues, and either suburban OR urban living.

We are looking for a funeral director who can obtain reciprocal licensing in Missouri or who is already Missouri licensed. An embalming license is a plus, but not required. Our team is building breadth and depth with an eye to the future. We will conduct initial telephone interviews for suitability, tone of voice, and ability to successfully handle phone conversations. Those that are selected will then be scheduled for one or more Zoom interviews designed to allow a candidate to impress us with their presence, personality, and ability. Finalists will be interviewed in person at our expense.

路 Licensed Funeral Director
路 Generous compensation plus strong bonus opportunity
路 Health insurance
路 401k plan available
路 Paid time off
路 Positive team environment
路 Low cost of living with great amenities

We are very selective and are only looking for a certain type of person that can handle funeral service at our level. The successful candidate will have A+ communication skills, both written and verbal, along with a track record of success with families. Visit our website at to see who we are and what we are doing.

Resumes, along with suitable references should be submitted to Brad Speaks or Jessica Lager at Jessica.lager@speakschapel.com.

Job Description

May 25, 2022

Funeral Service Intern (Apprentice)

Keohane Funeral Home (Quincy, Hingham and Weymouth)

Keohane Funeral Home is searching for a highly qualified and collaborative person to join its team as a Funeral Service Intern (Apprentice). The ideal candidate will demonstrate a sincere desire to provide families with an unparalleled level of care.

This position will support all aspects of firm operations including, but not limited to, transfers, assisting with funerals and with care center operations. The funeral service intern will collaborate with all members of the team in an environment that facilitates learning and career development.

All candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver鈥檚 license, the flexibility to work outside of standard business hours and the ability to lift up to 75lbs.

To learn more about us, please visit Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Joe Reardon joe@keohane.com

Job Description

June 6, 2022

Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer Immediate Opening

Masciarelli Family Funeral Homes

Masciarelli Family Funeral Homes is looking to add a talented, experienced and motivated Funeral Director/Embalmer to its staff. Our funeral directors work closely with our locations team to create a seamless and meaningful experience for the families in our care. We believe in Empowering our employees with autonomy and authority, to act as OWNERS.

While this is a comprehensive funeral director position (arranging, directing, embalming, etc.), we seek candidates who have a passion and focus on the care of families and meeting their needs.

Requirements:
鈥� Must have Massachusetts Funeral Director/Embalmer licensure or the ability to reciprocate license from another state.
鈥� Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with families during time of need and create and maintain a premier level of client family satisfaction.
鈥� Proficient with computers and technology
鈥� Ability to manage a caseload while creating an exceptional customer experience.
鈥� Must maintain a current, valid state Driver’s License with good driving history.
鈥� Must be able to pass full background Check.
鈥� Reports either to Funeral Director in Charge or Vice President of Operations.

We offer full benefits that include health, long and short term disability and participation in dental vision and life
All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please send your resume to Derrick Husmann, Vice President of Operations dhusmann@remembrancegroup.com or call 618-920-9537

Job Description

June 17, 2022

Apprentice Funeral Director & Embalmer

O鈥橦anlon Funeral Homes 鈥� Boston & North of Providence (Massachusetts)

Description: Multi Firm company seeking in Boston and North of Providence (in MA) to fill one or two roles for an Apprentice Funeral Director & Embalmer to add to our staff, our funeral home’s continue to grow and expand. Our team is looking for someone who is willing and wanting to learn all aspects of the business, this will be a very hands on position that will not consist of only busy work, cleaning, and errands.

This position will support all aspects of our firm鈥檚 operations including, but not limited to, transfers, learning how to complete arrangements with our directors, learning how to complete death certificates and permits, how to write and submit obituaries, stationery work, on call status, assisting with funerals, calling hours, and with care center operations.

The funeral apprentice will work between two locations and be exposed to a diverse work setting, candidate must be comfortable with working within the care centers and performing transfers. Our firm is privately owned, and owner operated with an excellent staff, our firm’s use the most updated technologies’ on the funeral market, updated facilities, vehicles, and equipment. We are a progressive and modern firm with younger ownership that seeks to continue growing in the future.

Qualifications: Our ideal candidate is someone who is professional in conduct and caring in nature. A good work ethic and ability to work with a team is a must. Night and weekend hours are required. We provide flexible scheduling options that can work around most school attendance requirements. full training and mentorship will be offered by our directors to develop a high level of funeral service understanding.

Requirements:
– Currently attending or have attended mortuary school
– 1+ years of experience in the funeral industry preferred
– Valid U.S. driver鈥檚 license in good standing with acceptable driving record Ability to lift 50 pounds or more Professional attitude and willingness to work Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with families during time of need and create and maintain a premier level of client family satisfaction.
– Proficient with computers and technology Maintain the general office Comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance Excellent interpersonal skills Punctual with strong attendance history Willingness to go the extra mile to serve our families

Contact Name: Tom James, Managing Director
Phone: 781-579-1752
Email: tom@mchoulfh.com

Job Description

June 20, 2022

Funeral Director/Pre-Need Sales Consultant

Neptune Cremation Service 鈥� Weymouth, MA

Description: We are offering a $5,000 Sign-on bonus to a driven & customer oriented licensed Funeral Director who joins our team!

Neptune Cremation Service is the nation鈥檚 premier provider of cremation services, on the cutting edge of today’s consumer demand. Certified a Great Place to Work since 2017, we provide our team members a Work/Life Balance unique for our industry. With more than 50% of consumers preferring cremation, we offer a product that is simple, dignified and very affordable. It is our mission to provide peace of mind through end of life planning, and our Licensed Funeral Directors help us achieve this mission by bringing compassion and knowledge to every customer interaction.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have an active Funeral Director license, a professional demeanor, and the ability to help customers who expressed an interest purchase the best plan to fit their needs. Innate Customer service capabilities, and the willingness to meet our high standard of ethics and service quality are equally important.

Benefits: Why work for Neptune Cremation Service? We are the largest provider of cremation and pre- arrangement services in the industry and provide a rewarding career with higher income potential than the industry standard. In addition to Work/Life Balance, some rewarding benefits we provide include:

路 A generous compensation package, which consists of a base salary + bonus potential
路 Competitive health and wellness plans (medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, wellness credits, etc.)
路 401(k) with company match
路 Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday and Personal time)
路 Cell phone reimbursement
路 Job-related training, tuition reimbursement, and career path development
路 Company discounts, and more

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Pre-Need Sales Consultant is a licensed Funeral Director responsible for conducting preplanning seminars, community relations and meeting with families regarding prearranging.

Our Pre-Arrangement Advisors will now be able to observe safe and necessary practices such as social distancing and sheltering in place as required while still serving our customers and communities. There is an increased awareness regarding the importance of preplanning, and we expect this to increase exponentially in the future. Some duties and responsibilities are:

路 Present and sell customized cremation plans to our target customer base
路 Conduct prearranging company-sponsored seminars to groups interested in cremation
路 Engage the community and establish important relationships through public relations and networking
路 Partner with local services team to provide high levels of customer service to families

Requirements:

路 A Valid State Funeral Director license required
路 Adhere to industry rules, regulations and best practices
路 Valid driver鈥檚 license with ability to drive within designated territory
路 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
路 High level of compassion and integrity
路 Strong problem solving and organizational skills
路 Proficient with computers and the ability to use technology while meeting with families

What are you waiting for? If this describes you, apply today and find your 鈥淲hy鈥� in a rewarding career with Neptune Cremation Service!

Apply here:

Job Description

June 22, 2022

Apprentice

Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium 鈥� Manchester, NH

Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium has an outstanding career opportunity for an apprentice at our Manchester, NH location. We are seeking someone who has a passion for delivering world class service and excels at customer service. Interested candidates must have completed an accredited mortuary school program.

We are a family-owned firm operating five funeral homes and a cremation society serving 3,500 families annually. Phaneuf is a 2021 Great Places to Work Certified Company. We offer a highly competitive compensation package well above the industry average. Benefits include 100% paid medical, three weeks paid time off, matching 401K Plan, long-term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan. We are looking for a long-term fit with someone who has a proven track record of working as a team player, providing the highest levels of family satisfaction and achieving positive results. Attitude and commitment are more important to us than the number of years worked in the industry.

To learn more about our firms, please visit and

Yesenia Torres

A Methuen High School graduate, with family still in town, Yesenia brings with her years of experience, an authentic, caring disposition, and a purpose for serving the community that has served her well.

Born into an Ecuadorian and Cuban family, Miami, FL was home before moving to Methuen in 1996 at the age of ten. After graduating High School, she pursued her interest in the funeral field by attending and graduating from The Funeral Institute of the Northeast in Norwood, MA in 2013. She excelled in her career as a licensed funeral director and embalmer on the south shore specifically for the Jewish community. 听Yesenia is happily married to Nathan Patrick, who is also a funeral director and has two beautiful young boys, Samuel and Daniel. 听She is currently living in Methuen.

During the rare times she is off, she spends it with her family, immediate and extended. She is not one to stay home if there is an opportunity to travel; she has been fortunate to visit Cuba, Spain, Portugal, Ecuador, Mexico, Canada, and all of the Caribbean Islands. 听Being bi-lingual has certainly helped during her traveling as well as in her career. Yesi is proud to be serving her community with a family owned, community oriented funeral home at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home in Methuen.

Jerelyn Serra

A Massachusetts native, Jerelyn Serra graduated from Chelmsford High School in 1998 and received her bachelor鈥檚 degree in 2003 from the University of Massachusetts in Lowell. In 2009, she received an associate degree in funeral service from 快手约炮, becoming a fifth-generation funeral director. Jerelyn became a licensed embalmer and funeral director that same year.

Throughout her early funeral service career, Jerelyn has cared for families in the Merrimack Valley and North Shore communities of Massachusetts. She feels honored to provide kindness, compassion and sincerity to families during their grief journeys. In 2020, Jerelyn became a licensed funeral director in New Hampshire and is now serving as the General Manager to six funeral homes within the Dignity Memorial Network of Southern, NH.

From 2018 until 2020, Jerelyn mentored students at 快手约炮 as an adjunct instructor and currently serves on their FMC Advisory Committee. She is a Chelmsford High School Alumni Association board member and currently serves as treasurer of the CHSAA Capital Campaign. Jerelyn is also a certified funeral celebrant through the InSight Institute. Jerelyn and her husband have one daughter and reside in Hudson, NH.

Chandler Ross

Chandler earned her bachelor鈥檚 degree from Bridgewater State University in 2016.听 During that time she played on the Women鈥檚 Lacross team.听 Chandler graduated from FINE in 2021.听 She is working as a 4th generation Funeral Director at R.J. Ross Funeral Home in Wrentham, MA.听 Chandler is very active in her community.听 Some of her accomplishments include co-directing Project Mitten for the Wrentham Elementary School, serving as a senior counselor at DARE to Dream Camp, membership of the Wrentham Business Collaborative and the Wrentham Lions Club.

Jaeleen Rivera

Jaeleen works as an apprentice funeral director, as well as an attendant for the Brigham & Women鈥檚 Hospital Autopsy Service in the Pathology department. 听Jaeleen has wanted to pursue a career in funeral service ever since she was a child, after seeing firsthand during her own family鈥檚 services, the level of care, compassion, and attentiveness to every small detail that the funeral directors and staff had. 听In her free time Jaeleen loves to spend time with family and dog, Sully, go hiking, and travel.

Alyssa Croteau

Alyssa A. Croteau, born and raised in Fall River, MA, graduated FMC in 2016, Magna Cum Laude. She interned and apprenticed in a few funeral homes since 2012, but became a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the state of MA in 2018. 听After spending the beginning of her career meeting with grieving families and caring for the deceased, she decided to become an Advanced Planning Advisor and Licensed Insurance Agent for Dignity Memorial, where she is able to help families pre-plan their funerals. 听She loves the funeral business and her career. 听She currently lives in Fall River, with her two dogs, Adaleina and Pierce and in her spare times enjoys going to the gym and playing on an adult soccer league.

Charlie Braatz

Charlie is working as an apprentice at the J.S Waterman Langone Funeral Home in Boston, but on the side, works at an escape room in the city and coaches figure skating at the Warrior Ice Arena. 听They’ve wanted to get into the funeral industry since the Covid-19 pandemic hit, and their Maryland ice rink was turned into a temporary morgue. 听Since then, Charlie has been a vocal public advocate for affordability and accessibility within the industry, hoping to one day open their own funeral home and give anyone and everyone the funeral and services they deserve. 听Charlie is also a major advocate for death positivity, and is in the process of writing for The Order Of The Good Death. 听They’re thoroughly enjoying their time at FMC,听and appreciates all of the efforts that the professors and faculty put into making school an enjoyable experience. 听In their downtime, they enjoy thrifting with their partner, Sophia, and working on traditional oil paintings.

Felicia Bello-Maino

Felicia started her working career as a Barber 33 years ago and eventually owned her own shop for over 20 years.听 She started providing cosmetology and barbering services to local funeral homes in 2016 and immediately knew that this was her calling.听 Felicia wanted to be more involved in funeral service and decided, as her three kids grew older, to further pursue the industry.听 After graduating from 快手约炮, she started her career as a licensed Funeral Director with Callahan, Fay and Caswell Life Celebration Funeral Home.

David Robbins

David Robbins, MBA joined the FMC Board in 2014. 听He is the Global Director of Sales and Business Development for NEJM Group Education.听 In this role David is responsible for the formulation and execution of strategic plans supporting institutional account growth and collaboration with new strategic partners.

David has 40 years of experience building and leading award winning sales and support organizations in healthcare and information technology markets with ConexSys, Wolters Kluwer Health 鈥� UpToDate, GE Medical, ZOLL Medical, Olympus, and Cullinet Software.听 David has his Bachelor of Arts in Business from Saint Michael鈥檚 College in Colchester, Vermont and his MBA in Management Information Systems from Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts.

David is the Past President of the Saint Michael鈥檚 College Alumni Association and member of the Board of Trustees of Saint Michael鈥檚 College. In his spare time David enjoys traveling, collecting wine, visiting micro-breweries,听 and spending time reading at the beach.听听

Carrie Martignetti

Carrie has been a corporate health care attorney for 21 years and is currently serving as Associate General Counsel at Fresenius Medical Care North America, where she leads negotiations with commercial insurers, develops new models for engaging with and coordination among government payors, exchange-based plans, risk-bearing provider systems, and other new payors in the dialysis services business. 听Carrie previously served as in-house counsel with MultiPlan, formerly Private Healthcare Systems.

John Finlay

John brings a wealth of experience in the funeral sector globally to his role as Chairman of the Board of 快手约炮. Originally from Ireland, he has 25 years鈥� experience as a consultant, adviser and senior executive with a number of companies in North America, Europe and Australia. He holds an MSc in International Business from Trinity College Dublin and is currently VP of Legacy Tribute Solutions, a division of Victoriaville & Co, a leading provider to funeral homes across North America and internationally.

Catherine Boyd

Catherine 鈥淜at鈥� Boyd is a 2016 graduate of 快手约炮 and has been a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in New Hampshire since 2016. She is President of the Board of Directors of The Samaritans NH and Board Member of the New Hampshire Funeral Directors Association.

Alex Acher

Alex Acher has his roots in Central Massachusetts, where he was raised and has resided for most of his life. 听Alex graduated as the valedictorian from FINE in the class of 2015 and is the type 3 funeral director and embalmer at Tighe Hamilton Regional Funeral Home in Hudson, MA. 听He has recently partnered to open Comfort Cremation Funeral Inc Home in Worcester, which is a cremation focused funeral home offering online arrangements and affordable prices. Alex believes that modern funeral establishments should be innovative with current technologies to better personalize funeral services, lower funeral costs and make the planning process simpler for families. Alex has a diverse background and enjoys assisting families of all faiths and ethnicities. Alex also has a passion for the embalming and restorative process and is always researching and studying new techniques and resources to improve his skills. He has been on the board of directors for FINE since 2015.

Lisa Zablonski

Lisa lives in Colchester, CT with her husband of 30+ years. 听They have two grown daughters and two young grandchildren. Lisa is a Reading Consultant by day and works with students who struggle to read as well as provides Professional Development to teachers in the district. When Lisa鈥檚 not teaching, she loves to run, do crafts and bakes with and for her grandkids and family. She enjoys travelling with her husband and enjoys planning trips to Europe and the Caribbean.听

Kevin Walsh

Kevin Walsh has had a civil litigation practice for nearly 40 years, during which he has handled many contracts, tort, business claims, and property management cases.听 An adjunct faculty member at FINE since 2015, he teaches Business Law & Ethics.听 Attorney Walsh earned his B.A. from the University of Notre Dame in 1979, and his J.D. from the Notre Dame Law School in 1982.听 He is a native of Brockton, MA.

Julie Thibault

Julie is a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer in NH. She has worked at Jellison Funeral Home in Peterborough for over 20 years and bought the business in 2012. Prior to becoming a funeral director, Julie worked in social services for many years. She received her AS Funeral Service degree at 快手约炮 and her BA in psychology at Franklin Pierce University. When not working Julie enjoys the outdoors with her family (husband Paul and two adult children Ryan and Rebecca) at a family camp in the Lake Umbagog region of NH and ME.

Tabitha Stephens

Tabitha has taught high school and college Science for the past 13 years. She truly enjoys teaching and helping students to reach their full potential! She considers herself to be a lifelong learner, and always willing to learn new things. In her free time, she enjoys taking long walks, traveling, spending time with my loved ones, cooking and going to the spa. She also enjoys watching her favorite football team, the Georgia Bulldogs.

Cary Sommers

Cary Sommers has a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. She works full time as a school psychologist with middle and high school students in substantially separate educational placements. In addition to FMC, she teaches for Lesley University and Curry College, and occasionally completes Spanish-language psychoeducational assessments. In her free time, Dr. Sommers loves spending time with family, walking with her dog, and spending time outside.

Timothy O鈥橳oole

After graduating with a B.A. in Aviation Management from Bridgewater State University, Tim accepted a position with American Airlines at their Eastern Regional office in Hartford, CT. As much as he enjoyed flying around the world, funeral service was always in his subconscious mind. Closing in on his 30th birthday, he made the leap and enrolled in the Mortuary Science program at Briarwood College in Connecticut.听 Upon graduation, Tim accepted a position with a funeral home in Rhode Island.听 In addition to teaching at 快手约炮, Tim currently works as a funeral director and embalmer at the Russell J. Boyle and Son Funeral Home in Providence and Warwick, Rhode Island. Tim has enjoyed twenty-three years of service in the funeral industry and looks forward to sharing his years of knowledge with the students that he teaches.

Melissa Paquin

Melissa has a Doctorate Degree in Healthcare Genetics from Clemson University with an emphasis on cancer genetics. 听Dr. Paquin has experience in utilizing secondary datasets as well as in genetic epidemiology with a focus on developing clinically relevant results. She is also an experienced educator at the collegiate level.听听

Marc Nascarella

Dr. Marc A. Nascarella is the Chief Toxicologist and Director of a Toxicology Program in a state government health department where he leads a team of scientists responsible for evaluating the human health impact of contaminants in food, environmental media (e.g., air, water, soil), and consumer products. He is a board-certified public health professional (CPH) with an MS, PhD, and post-graduate training in toxicology. His professional work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and books, and presented at local, national, and international professional society meetings. His work has been recognized by awards from several national and international professional organizations, including the International Dose-Response Society, Society for Risk Analysis, Society of Toxicology, Delta Omega, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Dr. Nascarella has previously held positions in the active-duty military, academia, and private sector. He has over 20 years of experience teaching undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education courses in public health, biology, environmental health, and human health risk assessment.

Peter Masuzzo

Funeral service is a second career for Peter, who has always had an innate feeling for the profession. He is a graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics.听 He worked in both sales and sales management for veterinary pharmaceutical and medical analyzer companies, where he had a successful first career spanning over 30 years.听 He is a 2015 Summa Cum Laude graduate of FINE.听 He is the Managing Partner at Varnum & Charbonneau Funeral Homes and is a Licensed Funeral Director, embalmer, and preneed consultant.听听

He has been an adjunct instructor of Embalming since 2015 and is also a member of the clinical embalming faculty.听

Nicole Acciardo

Nicole is a licensed funeral director/embalmer at Jellison Funeral Home and Cremation Service, located in Peterborough, NH.  Nicole is a 2009 graduate from ConVal High School and received a bachelor鈥檚 degree in Psychology from Keene State College in 2013.  Nicole received her associate degree in Mortuary Science at 快手约炮 and graduated Cum Laude. 

During her time at FINE, she was recognized for her peer leadership and restorative art talent.  Nicole has a passion for Embalming and has a love for the history of funeral service, specifically ancient Egyptian and turn of the century funeral rites and rituals in America.

Nicole currently resides in Peterborough, NH with her husband Jim and her son Liam.  Nicole serves on the Board of Directors for the Monadnock Area Transitional Shelter (MATS).  In her spare time she loves interior decorating and hopes to one day own her own funeral home.

Terry Cyfers

Terry Cyfers has over 30 years of experience as both a scholar and practitioner in Leadership, Organizational Development and Business. Terry has a BA in Psychology, a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Public Administration, a Master of Ministry, and a Doctorate of Executive Leadership. 听Terry served as an Army officer which he regards as an honor of a lifetime. He continues to fulfill his life鈥檚 calling and passion by consulting, training, teaching, and coaching around business, organizational leadership, strategic leadership, executive leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship.听

Terry lives in Huntington, West Virginia with his wife and two wonderful daughters. During his free time, he enjoys fishing, chess, and hiking. 听He also enjoys picking up a good philosophy book or watching a mystery if it is too cold outside.

Glenn Burlamachi

Glenn D. Burlamachi, CFSP, is a Massachusetts licensed funeral director who also owns and operates the Concord Funeral HomeSM, of Concord, MA and the Badger Funeral Homes of Littleton and Groton, MA.听 He continues to successfully manage three funeral home locations, as well as offer his funeral service experience as an adjunct instructor of business, accounting, and management courses at 快手约炮.听 He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting/Business from Green Mountain College and an Associate Degree in Funeral Service from 快手约炮.

Cindy Smith

Educational Projects Coordinator

Cindy has lived in the Memphis, Tennessee area most of her life, the only exception being four years of trying out the Texas lifestyle while earning a business degree from Baylor University.听 It was back to Tennessee after that for a M.Ed from the University of Memphis in Counseling and Personnel Services.听 Most of her business career has been in administrative support roles, the most recent being a Controller/Treasurer for a 501c3 nonprofit.听 She is looking forward to a move from West Tennessee to East Tennessee in the extremely near future.听 She is married to a very-soon-to-be-retired Firefighter, has five adult children and one beautiful, 17-month-old, perfect granddaughter.听

Grainne M. McManus

Grainne McManus is a graduate of 快手约炮. She is currently a full time Funeral Director in Boston and the surrounding areas.

Kevin Koch

President and Chief Executive Officer

Kevin has over 30 years鈥� experience managing and consulting with companies in various industries, including manufacturing, finance, not for profit and education. He has been the President of 快手约炮 since 2017. He has a Bachelors of Science Degree in Accounting from D鈥橸ouville College and an Associates Degree in Accounting from Bryant & Stratton.

Laura Hewey

Dean of Administration/Chief Operating Officer/
Title IX Coordinator

Laura is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in Massachusetts with almost 10 years of experience in the field.听 She completed her Associates in Applied Science in Funeral Service from 快手约炮 where she has continued to serve as a part of Administration. She is currently enrolled in Walden University where she will complete her Bachelors of Science in Psychology.听 In her free time, Laura likes to read, write, paint, and spend time with her rescue dog, Shakira.

Kimberly Duran

Financial Aid Director

Kimberly Duran has over 7 years of experience in assisting students with filing, receiving, and managing financial aid.听 Prior to coming to 快手约炮, she served in the financial aid office at Rhode Island College and MTTI.听 When she is not serving as the primary FAFSA contact for students she enjoys strength training and duckpin bowling.听

Julie Drummey

Marketing Director

Julie Drummey has over two decades of experience in marketing and advertising, including 10 years in Boston radio, and 12 years running her own business as a marketing, advertising, and social media specialist for a number of prominent clients, including 快手约炮, where she began consulting in 2018.听 Julie loves a challenge, and her enthusiasm for developing creative ideas and strategies to meet goals and objectives has been key to her success, and to the success of her clients.

Melissa A. Cyfers

Melissa A. Cyfers is a lifelong practitioner of funeral service with over 20 years experience.听 Before coming to 快手约炮 she practiced as a licensed funeral director and embalmer in West Virginia as well as serving as an instructor in the higher education setting.听 Melissa recently obtained her funeral director and embalmer license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and completed all requirements to earn her CFSP designation.听 She holds a Master鈥檚 in Biological Sciences and recently graduated with her Doctorate in Education.听 Her EdD is in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis area in Educational Methodologies and Technology.

Amanda Bazinet

Executive Administrator

Amanda Bazinet comes to 快手约炮 with over ten years of experience in the Healthcare Industry, serving in both organizational and management roles.听听 Amanda resides in Rhode Island with her husband Richard and two cats, Mustang and Gloria, along with raising various breeds of chickens.听 In her free time Amanda serves as the Girls Ministry Coordinator and teaches children鈥檚 ministry at her local church.听 She enjoys planting dahlias, building puzzles and spending time enjoying nature.

Job Description

Mar 22, 2022

Funeral Director

Hobbs Funeral Home

Position Description:
Hobbs Funeral Home is seeking a licensed Funeral Director to join our highly skilled staff. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to be a part of a privately owned and operated 3rd generation funeral home & Cremation Service that has been dedicated to serving families since 1941.

Headquartered in South Portland, Maine our tag line reads: “A family caring for families”, and we truly believe that is our calling. During a time of need, we believe everyone deserves the most caring service and attention to detail.

Hobbs Funeral Home is a company that is growing, dynamic, innovative, and focused completely on providing families with the highest quality funeral services. We offer growth potential, a professional and supportive work environment and competitive salary.

What is Required:

  • The funeral director is responsible for handling the final arrangements in a professional, caring manner consistent with the wishes of the family and the standards.
  • Will handle all aspects of conducting funeral services, associated paperwork, meeting with families, burials, ship/drive outs and pre-need sales.
  • Must be licensed in or willing to obtain a Funeral Director’s License in Maine.
  • Will share in week and weekend on-call duties.
  • Capable of embalming, dressing, Casketing, Cosmetics Etc.
  • Ability to process the necessary paperwork/documentation (Example – Embalming report).
  • Ability to lead/direct staff when necessary to perform a high-quality funeral.
  • Evaluate premises before services and visiting hours.
  • The Funeral Director in charge of the funeral service must help the family set up and ensure the family is taken care of during visiting hours.
  • Monitor A/R Report- Responsible for follow up with family.
  • All Funeral Directors should be used to walking through the funeral home to make sure everything looks neat and tidy, especially if we are slow, on a regular basis Maintain inventory (Prep Room, Showroom etc.) Monitor prep room cleanliness – Each team cleans prep room top to bottom on Wednesday when shift changes.
  • Make sure prep room is compliant with the state.
  • Able to perform body transfers. (Knowledge and physical ability) Strong customer service, compassion and caring.

Salary:

Our salaries are competitive and reflective of experience, licensing and the interview process.

Benefits:

  • Health & Dental Insurance paid by Hobbs Funeral Home – Dependents are the responsibility of employee.
  • One extra Week Pay – Yearly
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Profit Sharing Plan
  • Paid Vacation: Starts at two weeks, 3 weeks at 5 years (not retroactive – Prorated based on start date

Why Hobbs:

Hobbs Funeral Home an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws

Our highly trained staff will make appropriate, meaningful arrangements for every religious background and our philosophy is to guide families in a caring, understanding, and personalized way

Our philosophy is simple: We treat everyone with fairness, dignity, kindness and respect.


Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,981.00 – $85,431.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:
8 hour shift
On call
Weekend availability

Education:
Associate (Required)

Experience:
Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Funeral directing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:
Driver’s License (Required)
Funeral Director License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple Locations
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Contact Name:听Randall Hobbs
Funeral Home:听Hobbs Funeral Home
Phone:听207-799-4472
Email:听randall@hobbsfh.com
Position Title:听Funeral Director听

Job Description

Apr 5, 2022

Licensed Embalmer /Apprentice Embalmer

Funeral Home: Forest Lawn Memorial Parks & Mortuaries (Los Angeles, CA )

Contact Name: Jenifer Salazar
Funeral Home: Forest Lawn Memorial Parks & Mortuaries
Phone: 3236279166
Email:听jsalazar@forestlawn.com
Position Title: Licensed Embalmer /Apprentice Embalmer Position Description:
*Sign-on bonus of $5,000 听

Location: Los Angeles, CA听
听Forest Lawn has been an integral part of the beautiful Southern California community, helping families at their most difficult times. We are actively seeking Licensed and Apprentice Embalmers within our six locations. 听

Join our team of talented individuals who are鈥痗aring and compassionate鈥痑bout this unique and noble profession. Our professionals are entrusted鈥痺ith delivering quality and ethical service while safeguarding the dignity of human remains. Our鈥痺ork environment鈥痠s centered on embracing teamwork鈥痑nd鈥痺e encourage鈥痚ach other鈥痶o鈥痓e鈥痮ur best selves and grow each day!听

Reasons why you should apply to Forest Lawn: 听Competitive salaries, with annual merit increases Career advancement opportunities Flexible schedules Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision) Starting 15 days of paid vacation,11 paid holidays, paid time-off 100% tuition reimbursement, up to $5,250/year Free Life and Supplemental Life Insurance Free Long Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Employee referral bonuses Retirement Plans:听
100% paid for by Forest Lawn
401(k) Plan with Matching Program听


Required Qualifications 听
Licensed Embalmer: 听
Current valid State Embalmer License
Completed apprenticeship and licensed to perform duties as a Licensed Embalmer defined by a designated state. 听
Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school within Mortuary Science or Embalming.听

Apprentice Embalmer: 听
Successful completion of an accredited Mortuary Science program Ability to register as an apprentice embalmer听

To apply, visit our website here: 听Forest Lawn Mortuary Openings听

Meet Rose! Mortuary Supervisor-Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills: 听Click here 听

For questions, contact our recruitment team (8am-5pm/PST) at (323)340-4575 or visit our website at听. 听

* $2,500 to be received upon start of employment and $2,500 to be received upon successful completion of 180 days.听

Hollywood Hills 鈥� FD 904听

Job Description

Apr 5, 2022

Registered Funeral Home Apprentice/Embalmer

Nardolillo Funeral Home & Crematory (Cranston, RI)

快手约炮 us:听Family owned and operated funeral home since 1906 with an on-site crematory. The Nardolillo Funeral Home is a high volume funeral home searching for a qualified 听apprentice embalmer interested in a great chance to gain hands on experience in the mortuary field.

Position Description:听Outstanding and exciting opportunity for a full-time funeral home apprentice embalmer interested in learning the skills and techniques necessary to become a Licensed Embalmer. 听Funeral service experience is not required but candidates must be willing to work hard and as part of a team to demonstrate a sincere commitment to caring for the families we serve.

Qualifications:听 All candidates must be enrolled in schooling for Funeral Director/Embalmer or possess a valid Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice license.

Responsibilities:

  • Embalm, cosmetize, prepare, dress, and casket deceased
  • Must have the ability to lift up to 75lbs
  • Maintain a safe and sterile preparatory environment
  • Demonstrate ability to act with a high degree of initiative
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail
  • Professional attitude, demeanor, and appearance

Job Type:听Full-Time Position

Salary/Pay commensurate with education and experience

Contact:听To learn more about us, please visit听. Interested candidates should submit a resume to Marie Brengle,听Marie@nardolillofh.com

Job Description

Apr 5, 2022

Funeral Director/Embalmer

Varnum Funeral Home, Inc. (West Brookfield, MA) & Charbonneau Funeral Home (Ware, MA)

We are looking to expand our team of professionals 鈥� become a full time Funeral Director/Embalmer at Varnum Funeral Home, Inc. (West Brookfield, MA) & Charbonneau Funeral Home (Ware, MA).

Don鈥檛 work 60 hours a week! Enjoy a 35-hour weekly office schedule and relax with two out of three weekends off/not on-call. Attitude, commitment, and quality of work are more important to us than the number of years worked in the industry.

We are a family owned and operated organization made up of a world class team of men and women.

We pride ourselves on providing exceptional support to our families at their time of need, and by supporting our community through education regarding funeral services. Our facilities utilize the newest technologies and equipment to provide our staff with the highest quality work environment. We are looking for a long-term fit with someone who has a proven track record of working as a team player, and can provide the highest levels of family satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Meet with client families to listen, guide and arrange meaningful personalized services, at need or pre-planning
  • Works on-call/first call, as needed
  • Perform removals and assist families while on-call/first call and during regular office hours
  • Conduct and attend services regularly
  • Direct staff to ensure they meet a high standard of professionalism and service level
  • Ensure all files and documentation are timely and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations
  • Utilize systems to review merchandise options, enter contracts and complete necessary forms
  • Maintain open and effective communication and accurate, up-to-date client files
  • Participate in community events, groups and/or organizations as needed

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Funeral Director/Embalmer preferred
  • Ability to perform transfers lifting up to 100 pounds
  • Holds or has the ability to obtain, within 90 days, a valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License in Massachusetts
  • Holds or has the ability to obtain, within 90 days, a valid Massachusetts Resident Individual Life Insurance Producers License.
  • Valid State issued driver鈥檚 license in good standing and acceptable driving record
  • Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through community involvement

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance Reimbursement
  • Company Paid Long Term/Short Term Disability, AD&D Basic & Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Safe Harbor Match and Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Salary commensurate with education, experience & drive

Email your resume to听greg.t.buckley@gmail.com.

Job Description

Apr 8, 2022

Office Manager And Funeral Director/Apprentice

COMEAU Funeral Home (Haverhill, MA)

Responsibilities Include:

  • Answering phones
  • Greeting and working with families听
  • Coordinating staff schedules
  • Working in the VIP State Death Registration System听
  • Working with City Clerks and Burial Agents
  • All other aspects of working in a funeral home office
  • Dressing, Casketing and set up
  • Assisting the Funeral Director and Staff prepping decedents听
  • Working on Funerals

This position is available immediately and is a part time to full time position听

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of computer听
  • Compassionate and caring demeanor
  • Willing to work weekends when necessary听
  • Competitive compensation and benefits

Interested applicants should contact Debbie Weaver or Kevin B. Comeau at听kevincomeau1@aol.com听. 听

Job Description

Apr 27, 2022

Registered Apprentice

Funeral Home in Massachusetts

Funeral Home in Massachusetts located on the South Shore Seeks Registered Apprentice with basic embalming skills or newly licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer for the operation of our Care Center. Ideal candidate will be self-motivated with exceptional organizational skills.

Our firm is a large growing business and offers a comprehensive pay/benefits package along with opportunities for growth.

Interested applicants may submit a resume to听sshorefh@gmail.com听attn: J. LaForest.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Description

May 4, 2022

Funeral Director

Brugger Funeral Homes and Crematory (Erie, PA)

Company Details:听听Brugger Funeral Homes and Crematory has conducted services for nearly 50,000 people in the Erie area since their opening in 1894. Over their nearly 130 years in business, they have remained dedicated to their goal of providing families with funeral services that are meaningful, appropriate, and affordable. 听

Qualifications:
Brugger Funeral Home is looking for an experienced Funeral Director who will uphold the organization鈥檚 dedication to and pride in serving families in Erie and the surrounding area.

Reporting directly to the Brugger family managing partners, this role will be responsible for the following duties:

Removal, embalming, dressing, and preparation of deceased bodies Meeting with families on an as needed and pre-need basis to arrange funerals Overseeing completion of necessary legal documents, obituary submission, ordering goods and services as required Funeral and visitation detail which includes but is not limited to greeting guests and opening doors, lining up processionals, preparing necessary printing, setting up and tearing down chapel, flowers, and funeral parlor before and after services Follow up with families post-funeral

Requirements:
A minimum of five to ten years of funeral home experience Valid Pennsylvania funeral director鈥檚 license or ability to obtain one if working in another state Valid Pennsylvania driver鈥檚 license and ability to be insured commercially Professional appearance and impeccable people skills Excellent verbal and written communication and attention to detail

Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, Brugger Funeral Homes & Crematory offer the following benefits: Health insurance, Profit sharing, Paid vacation, Clothing allowance

Brugger Funeral Home has hired Decision Associates to assist in their recruiting process.听

Interested candidates should apply online at:听

For additional questions, please reach out to Amanda Kochirka at听amandakochirka@decisionassociates.net

Job Description

May 10, 2022

Licensed Funeral Director

Bibber Memorial Chapel (Kennebunk, ME)

Company Details:听听Bibber Memorial Chapel is a family owned, independent funeral home based in Kennebunk, ME, a fifty-year member of Selected Independent Funeral Homes with offices located in Alfred, Wells and Berwick, ME. We are looking to hire two funeral directors to join our awesome team. The successful candidates will be joining a team of professionals that focus on serving our families with compassion and a dedication of bringing each family鈥檚 wishes of personal customized services to fruition.

Bibber Memorial Chapel has an 84- year history of providing personalized services to its families, enjoys a strong reputation of being community centered, and many of our employees have had long-term careers with us.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based upon skills and experience
  • SEP retirement plan
  • Healthcare
  • Clothing allowance
  • Sharing of on-call schedule
  • Endeavors to balance work/life commitments
  • Encourages opportunities for professional growth

The Communities we serve are located in Southern Maine, 20 minutes to Portland and an hour and a half to Boston, encompassing many coastal beaches and freshwater ponds, nearby nature preserves and associated hiking trails. The area also hosts sporting events, the arts and quality educational opportunities.听

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a close- knit team of dedicated professionals, we would like to talk with you! 听

Please send all confidential inquiries to Douglas R. Bibber听dougb@bibberfuneral.com

Bibber Memorial Chapel
67 Summer St.听
Kennebunk, ME 04043
207-985-2752听听 听

Job Description

May 18, 2022

Office Manager

Confidential 鈥� South Shore

Office Hours 8-5 Monday-Friday (can be flexible to candidate)

Job Duties:

  • Answering calls
  • Keep detailed and accurate messages/requests made from clients or funeral associates
  • Ability to operate a multi-line phone system
  • Welcome visitors
  • Receive /distribute mail/deliveries and documents
  • Take inventory of supplies and restock if needed

Technical Skills/Qualifications

  • Operate fax, copy and computer
  • MS Office Applications:听 Word, Publisher, Excel, Paint and Outlook; along with a variety of funeral specific programs
  • Maintain the general office
  • Comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Punctual with strong attendance history

Interested candidates should reach out to Colleen Cronin at Bay Shore Staffing

Phone:听 774-205-3334 / e-mail:听听colleen@bayshorestaffing.com

Job Description

December 15, 2022

Funeral Director/Intern

Bitner Family Funeral Homes Southcentral Pennsylvania

Company Details:听 Atlas Family Funeral Homes is looking for a full-time funeral apprentice to join our staff. We have multiple openings in our funeral homes in New Hampshire and Maine. The new hire must currently be attending or have attended mortuary school. He or she is primarily responsible for helping with removals, dressing and casketing, embalming, funeral services, light maintenance, and any other tasks assigned by the managing funeral director.

Qualifications:

Our ideal candidate is someone who is professional in conduct and caring in nature. A good work ethic and ability to work with a team is a must. Night and weekend hours are required. We provide flexible scheduling options that can work around most school attendance requirements.听 We generally try to promote from within and encourage our apprentices to build their own connections to the local community. Extensive training and mentorship will be offered by our senior directors to develop a high level of service and business acumen.

Requirements:

  • Currently attending or have attended mortuary school
  • 1+ years of experience in the funeral industry preferred
  • Valid U.S. driver鈥檚 license in good standing with acceptable driving record
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
  • Professional attitude and willingness to work
  • Excellent interpersonal and social skills

Responsibilities:

  • Assist funeral directors with funeral, memorial, and graveside services
  • Perform pick-ups, removals, and transportation as needed
  • Maintain friendly relationships with local area churches, community centers, hospices, and hospitals
  • General maintenance and cleaning of funeral home facilities
  • Help with embalming, dressing, and casketing
  • Other responsibilities as needed

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Vacation time
  • Relocation assistance

The candidate should expect to start as soon as possible. One week of paid training and orientation will be provided. Please submit resumes, cover letters, and questions to听recruiting@atlasmemorial.com