Questions Answered about Careers in the Funeral Profession

Have you ever wondered about funeral profession careers? Do you wonder what the staff does on days when the calendar is free from funeral services or memorials? A career in the funeral industry offers the chance to help when people are at some of the lowest points in their lives.You’re bound to have questions about any career you consider. Can you see how a profession as specialized as the funeral home industry may bring up questions you wouldn’t ask when looking into other jobs?If you want to know more about funeral profession careers, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds talks with Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services who answers frequently asked questions on this topic.It’s not easy finding a job in today’s world. This interview is an opportunity to get answers to questions about professions associated with Vancouver funeral chapels.Funeral Home Careers Are Not Only about Helping OthersThe episode begins with Valerie explaining what type of person might be interested in a career in the funeral profession. As she explains, it goes deeper than just wanting to help others.Then Valerie describes what personality traits are required to be a funeral director - but not just any funeral director, a really good funeral director.A funeral for a loved one is a milestone that ranks up there with births and weddings. Valerie points out why this makes certain personality traits imperative for funeral profession careers.Where to Learn More about Funeral Home CareersNext Valerie explains where someone with these personality traits can begin exploring this type of career in the funeral home industry. She also answers questions like:- What questions should I ask when exploring funeral home jobs?- Would the funeral home allow me to shadow an employee for a day?- When is the right time to call the BC Funeral Association to get started?Now ask yourself these two questions: Do I have the traits Valerie described? Do I want to know more about opportunities in the funeral home profession? If you answered “yes” to either or both questions, then you are the perfect candidate for pre-planning a funeral service.A Day in the Life of a Funeral Home DirectorThen Valerie walks you through a typical day in the life of a funeral home director. She says that while there is no such thing as a “typical day”, some tasks must be completed on a daily basis.Valerie goes on to outline some of the tasks required to get ready for a funeral. These can vary greatly depending on the type of funeral a family plans for their loved one lost.A job in a funeral chapel is unlike a career in any other industry. Valerie offers a bit of encouragement for those who are committed regarding their chances of finding a job in the funeral home profession in British Columbia.The episode concludes with Valerie sharing some final thoughts about the flip side of these careers and why it’s important to have balance and priorities going into the profession.Would You Enjoy Working in a Funeral Chapel?Are you looking for a new career? Do you want to know more about the benefits (and the flip side) of working in funeral profession careers? After you listen to the podcast, share your thoughts in the comments section below. We look forward to discussing them with you.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