Licensed Funeral Director - Bonus Relocation

Job Description

Position: Licensed Funeral Director - Life Celebrations Specialist

Join the Justen Funeral Home team in McHenry, IL, as a Licensed Funeral Director, where your role will be pivotal in transforming traditional funerals into profound Life Celebrations. This position demands creativity, empathy, and a commitment to celebrating life’s journey, focusing on each individual's unique story through personal memorabilia and photographs.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with families to design and implement personalized Life Celebrations, focusing on the individual’s journey and memorable moments.

Foster a supportive environment, guiding families with our Family Guide and healing tools through their grief.

Work flexibly across roles, including on-call shifts, leading transfers, and assisting in embalming and preparation as needed. (Embalming not a primary responsibility)

Embrace continuous learning and growth, contributing to our team's ability to innovate in memorial services.

Qualifications:

Illinois State Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer (or eligible to reciprocate).

Strong empathy, interpersonal skills, and a creative approach to service personalization.

Excellent teamwork abilities, with a commitment to ethical practices and care.

Capacity to perform physical tasks as required.

Bilingual Spanish a plus

Ability to relocate to local service area

Offering a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus, competitive salary ($25.00 - $32.00 per hour), and comprehensive benefits including 401(k), health, dental, PTO, and relocation assistance.

Application Instructions:

Submit your resume, cover letter, and examples of past Life Celebrations or memorial services. Highlight your innovative approach to personalized, healing experiences.

Company Description

Established in 1882 by Jacob Justen, Justen Brothers Furniture and Undertaking was among McHenry County's earliest funeral establishments. Through generations, the business expanded services and locations, now led by Rob Justen, continuing its legacy as McHenry's oldest family-operated business, Justen Funeral Homes & Crematory. Renowned for its compassionate service, it's also celebrated as a great place to work.