Job Description

Overview

The Funeral Home Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the operations of a funeral home, ensuring that families receive compassionate care during their time of loss. This position involves assisting with various tasks related to funeral services, event planning, and providing bereavement support. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of organizational skills, empathy, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with grace.

Duties

Assist funeral directors with transfers and preparing for services and events, ensuring all details are handled with care and respect. Help coordinate logistics for funerals, including setting up venues, arranging transportation, and managing schedules. Participate in heavy lifting tasks associated with moving caskets and other equipment as needed. Support sales efforts by providing information about available services and products to families. Maintain cleanliness and organization within the funeral home to create a welcoming environment for visitors.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with grieving families and provide empathetic support. Experience or knowledge in funeral directing is a plus, enhancing the ability to assist in service preparations. Event planning skills to help organize memorial services and related activities seamlessly. Physical capability for heavy lifting tasks associated with the role while maintaining safety standards. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community, we encourage you to apply for the Funeral Home Assistant role.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 20 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-09-08
Expected start date: 2025-09-15