Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Funeral Director Assistant / Office Assistant to join our team.

Funeral Director Assistant duties include, but are not limited to:

Conducting transfers of the deceased from place of death Transfer the deceased to funeral homes from nursing homes, hospitals, Coroner's office etc. Assist with cremations and the processing and packaging of cremated remains. Assisting with the dressing and casketing of the deceased Preparing for funeral services Deliveries, driving and care of funeral vehicles Clean and safely drive funeral vehicles, such as cars or hearses, in funeral processions. Carry flowers to hearses or limousines for transportation to places of interment Assisting with administrative duties, light housekeeping duties, Assisting in managing parking lot activity, Perform a variety of tasks during funerals to assist funeral directors and to ensure that services run smoothly and as planned. And any other related funeral home activities. Greet people at the funeral home. Offer assistance to mourners as they enter or exit limousines. Close caskets at appropriate point in services. Obtain burial permits and register deaths. Direct or escort mourners to parlors or chapels in which wakes or funerals are being held. Provide advice to mourners on how to make charitable donations in honor of the deceased. Act as pallbearers.

Work Expectations:

Able to work every other weekend. May be scheduled more hours in one week then the other on a rotating schedule Comprehensive and ongoing training Safety oriented employer A great work environment and an opportunity to grow within a unique funeral service environment

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills to provide compassionate support to families during their time of loss. Ability to perform heavy lifting and manage physical demands associated with the role. Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. Knowledge of funeral service practices and regulations is preferred but not mandatory. We invite qualified candidates who possess these skills and a passion for serving others in their time of need to apply for this fulfilling position.
Candidates with funeral service experience is preferred but not required-Training environment allowed. This is a 24 hour business.

Work Remotely

No
Job Types: Part Time 24 Hours per week plus on call for removal technician every second weekend with stand by fee

Experience:

Willing to learn our business needs
Licence/Certification:

Drivers License with clean abstract (required) Able to produce a Criminal Record Check
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 24 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1P7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence with Clean Abstract (required) Able to produce a Clean Criminal Record Check (required)
Work Location: In person