Exploring a Career in Funeral Service

Are you looking for a different career? Have you considered working in funeral services? If you’ve never thought about a career in this rewarding industry, then you could be missing out.The funeral industry might seem depressing, but it offers a surprising amount of benefits. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to help families when they need it the most?If you’re interested in exploring a career in a funeral home, then you’ll want to invest 20 minutes for this edition of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds talks to Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services in Vancouver, who takes some of the mystery out of funeral-related careers.People who enter the funeral services industry are likely to stick with it. In fact, Service Canada* confirms that the industry has a low turnover rate. This interview is a chance to learn if one of these rewarding careers is for you.Why People Choose to Work in the Funeral Services IndustryValerie kicks off the episode by talking about why anyone would want to work in the funeral services industry. People don’t always consider funeral services as a career choice.Then she goes on to discuss the common traits that link people who wish to work in this industry, and explains why those traits make these people such a good fit.If you’ve never thought about working in a Vancouver funeral chapel, then it may be time to polish up your resume and inquire about job openings in the metro Vancouver area.Funeral Home Careers - Training and ResponsibilitiesNext Valerie talks about some of the skills and qualities required of someone who works in a career in the funeral service industry. She also tackles these and similar questions:- What kind of training do I need to work in a funeral home?- What are some of the types of jobs available in funeral homes?- What does a typical day look like for a funeral director in - Vancouver?Now ask yourself these two questions: Could I use a career change? Am I ready to dedicate my life to a career that gives back? If you answered “Yes” to either or both of these questions, then it’s time to consider a job in the funeral services industry.How to Tell if Funeral Services Is the Industry for YouThen Valerie explains how you can tell if a job in a Vancouver funeral home is a career path for you. This is especially helpful if you’ve only visited a funeral home for a service or memorial.Because the job varies from day-to-day and its responsibilities are often unique to the geographic location of the funeral chapel, Valerie offers some tips to help you make the decision. A career in a funeral home offers so many wonderful benefits. What’s stopping you from talking to funeral directors about some of the many rewards that they enjoy working in the industry?The episode wraps up with Valerie sharing some final thoughts about what she finds satisfying about the role she fills in her career in the funeral home industry.Are You Considering a Job at a Funeral Home?Are you considering a career in the funeral service industry? Do you know where to begin? After you listen to the podcast, share your questions and comments about anything related to the funeral services industry below where we can discuss them together.Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.Martin Brothers Funeral ServicesVancouver: Funeral Services Centre3398 Dunbar StreetVancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1Telephone Number: 778.330.7799Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901Fax Number: 778.330.7633Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MartinBrothersFuneralChapelsBcLtdTwitter: https://twitter.com/martinbrothers1*http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/qc/job_futures/statistics/6272.shtml