Funeral Assistant / Attendant Part-Time

Responsibilities

• Assists with the dignified transport and care of the deceased, including removals, lifting, carrying, transporting, and preparation activities.
• Prepares, dresses, and places decedents into caskets.
• Delivers and sets up floral arrangements, chairs, caskets, urns, photos, and other personal keepsakes or mementos.
• Ensures proper care and storage of all items.
• Prepares documents related to services, cremations, and maintenance.
• Answers phones, operates fax machines, computers, multiline phone systems, debit card machines, typewriters, postage meters and scales, and stereo/video systems.
• Runs errands such as floral deliveries, supply pick-ups, and document drop-offs.
• Serves as an usher, assists with parking, and fulfills transportation requirements.
• Drives funeral home vehicles for services and family transportation.
• Assists with visitations, memorials, and funeral services, including chapel setup, dressing and casketing remains, and delivering family items and flowers.
• Greets and assists client families and visitors, providing information and support as needed.
• Accommodates family needs during services and visitations.
• Washes and cleans funeral home vehicles and family vehicles when required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient in MS Office suite and willing to learn other software.
• Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to work and communicate effectively with others.
• Able to maintain composure in challenging situations.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and pull/push 200 lbs or more of removals if required.

Qualifications

• Able to work beyond standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Communication skills.
• Physical stamina and strength.

Benefits

• Professional Dress is required when in contact with families.
• Drive company owned vehicles, with and without passengers, in surrounding community with varying traffic conditions.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Work schedule varies based on the needs of the funeral home.