Funeral Director​/Embalmer Apprentice

Graceland-Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cemetery in Decatur, IL is seeking a Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice to join our passionate team.

United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at Graceland-Fairlawn share a pride in their profession that extends beyond the workday. Here, we celebrate the above-and-beyond ethos of our team, encouraging collaboration in every aspect of our work. Joining our team means becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care and respect for the deceased and their families.

• Ensure client families receive a high level of service that is consistent with the standards of our profession under the guidance of a licensed Funeral Director.
• Conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in an honorable manner for the family.
• Help ensure the proper chain of custody is maintained throughout the preparation process
• Handle the removal process of the departed in a professional manner
• Assist with the preparation of the deceased including dressing, casketing, and restoring
• Complete embalming, disinfecting, dressing, preparing, and casketing of the deceased using appropriate precautions and OSHA standards in a manner that honors the deceased, under the guidance of the Funeral Director

• High school diploma
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have recently completed a mortuary program at an accredited mortuary school
• Knowledge of rules and regulations for the memorial services profession
• Knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations related to the industry

• $20.00-$24.00/hr.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Matching

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.