Funeral Attendant

Description

At Everstory Partners, our mission is to create supportive spaces where individuals and families can find solace, meaning, and hope in the midst of loss. At the heart of our mission is a deep understanding of the profound and complex nature of grief. Every person's journey through loss is unique, and we are committed to providing compassionate and personalized support. We also believe that grief is not a problem to be solved or a burden to manage alone, but rather a natural and beautiful part of the human experience. Backed by our national strength and our local partners' role is to be a steady presence, a source of comfort and guidance, and a partner in celebrating the life and legacy of the person who has passed.

The Impact You Will Make

This role has an opportunity to make a significant impact on our customer's families and loved ones by assisting the funeral team with the transportation of loved ones into our care, and by being present and working as an attendant during services. While you are responsible for keeping the facilities clean, assisting with services, and driving vehicles, you will also be able to assist with some functions related to the coordination of legal and administrative matters associated with funeral service. Under the supervision of a licensed Funeral Director, you will be able to learn the industry and work toward a career path in death care.

Responsibilities

• Funeral Home upkeep (dusting, vacuum, cleaning)
• Assisting in funeral services and visitation, including: greeting of visitors, coordinating pallbearers, arranging transport and parking
• Transporting individuals with extreme care
• Performing all other related functions as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year experience in client relations, facilities maintenance or related field
• A strong desire to start a career in mortuary science/end of life planning
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs
• Possesses valid state driver's license
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and customer service skills
• Ability to interact and collaborate effectively with others in a team atmosphere
• Possesses a high degree of concentration and attention for a continuous period of time
• Able to occasionally stand/walk and frequently lift or push
• This position requires availability to work some holidays, evenings and weekends as needed

Pay

$16.00 per hour