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Samantha Thirionet

San Jose,CA

Summary

Knowledgeable Funeral Counselor accomplished in planning and executing professional services. Understands needs of loved ones, different types of service plans and government-mandated documentation. Eager to expand my knowledge and further a career with all aspects of the Funeral Service. My passion is to help families say goodbye with dignity and support.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Funeral Counselor

Bay Area Mortuary
02.2020 - Current
    • Liaised between hospitals, physicians, county coroner and members of clergy to coordinate final arrangements.
    • Closed and secured caskets and led funeral corteges to churches and burial sites.
    • Communicated with insurance companies to secure death benefits for payment of services.
    • Discussed nature of funeral service, disposition of remains and funeral costs with family members.
    • Secured and filed burial permits and made funeral arrangements.
    • Completed death certificates, burial permits and other legal documents for families.

Customer Service Representative / Swim Instructor

Almaden Valley Athletic Club
01.2017 - 02.2020
    • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
    • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
    • Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
    • Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
    • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages, skill levels and special needs.
    • Taught American Red Cross lifeguarding and first aid courses to customers and fellow staff.

Education

Certificate Program - Emergency Medical Technology

National University
San Jose, CA
2020

No Degree - First Responder / Fire Science

Mission College
Santa Clara, CA
2018

High School Diploma -

Branham High School
San Jose, CA
2017

Vocational School - First Responder / Fire Science

Silicon Valley Technical Education
San Jose, CA
2017

Skills

  • Compassionate communication
  • Funeral planning
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Administrative tasks
  • Attention to Detail
  • Client Advocacy
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Client Counseling
  • Strong public speaker
  • Case management proficiency

Timeline

Funeral Counselor

Bay Area Mortuary
02.2020 - Current

Customer Service Representative / Swim Instructor

Almaden Valley Athletic Club
01.2017 - 02.2020

Certificate Program - Emergency Medical Technology

National University

No Degree - First Responder / Fire Science

Mission College

High School Diploma -

Branham High School

Vocational School - First Responder / Fire Science

Silicon Valley Technical Education
Samantha Thirionet