Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

The Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor will be responsible for meeting personal monthly and annual sales targets by utilizing your account management, new business development and sales skills. All duties must be performed consistent with company mission and values and in adherence to company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions and Competencies

  • Ensure monthly and annual sales budget is achieved by targeting clients in your region
  • Maximize opportunities to gain client family business
  • Develop new business and increase spend by all new and existing clients, in line with targets.
  • Must be able to demonstrate and uphold our Company Values: Respect, Understanding, Creativity and Professionalism
  • Responding to quote requests in adherence with company procedures.
  • New business development, from either leads, referrals or own knowledge base.
  • Maintain and develop relationships with existing company clients by providing outstanding service and support.
  • Creative, outgoing, and energetic
  • Comfortable with in-home sales and conducting group presentations

Required Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • A valid insurance license may be required in some states
  • Strong sales experience in the Funeral or Life Insurance industry is preferred
  • High level of comfort using computer systems within a sales environment
  • Previous experience with Customer Relationship Management systems is a plus
  • High level of integrity, dedication, and desire to succeed
  • Desire to help others and earn a competitive income
  • A good driving record and valid driver’s license

*MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A COMPREHENSIVE BACKGROUND SCREENING INCLUDING CRIMINAL, DRIVING, AND CREDIT HISTORY.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

AAP/EEO Statement

Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veterans and/or any other status or condition protected by law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

3770 - Texas

Key Responsibilities

The counselor is responsible for achieving monthly and annual sales targets by actively managing accounts and developing new business opportunities within their assigned region. This involves maximizing client family business and ensuring all sales activities adhere strictly to company mission, values, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, and strong sales experience, preferably within the Funeral or Life Insurance industry, is preferred. A valid driver's license, good driving record, comfort with in-home sales, and the ability to pass a comprehensive background screening are mandatory requirements.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Client TargetingQuote ResponseCustomer ServiceComputer Systems ProficiencyCRM Systems Usage

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor at Legacy Funeral Group a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in General Medicine (Counseling) — ranked against 46 active General Medicine (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

General Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active General Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 32% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

General Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.0% vs. the prior quarter (through May 2026).

General Medicine by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in general medicine (counseling)ranked against 46 General Medicine (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedGeneral Medicine median $69k (middle half $58k–$77k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 44% remote · 32% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas counselor listings (all specialties): 7% state a sign-on bonus · 21% offer loan repayment652 active listings, Nov 2026
New General Medicine listings76 in the last 30 days28 the 30 days before (+171%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
General Medicine pay trend+5.0% vs prior quarter—through May 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (46 General Medicine (Counseling) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
79%
CME allowance
29%
Sign-on bonus
21%
Loan repayment
14%
PSLF eligible
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.6this job 6.6
Better work-life than 60% of General Medicine (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 46 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Legacy Funeral Group

Individual and Family Services
Houston, Texas
51-200 employees