What are the responsibilities and job description for the Funeral Assistant Part-Time position at Legacy Funeral Group, LLC?
This part-time position performs a variety of funeral service-related tasks before, during and after funeral/memorial services, viewing/visitation services, committal services and other related but unspecified services under the supervision of the funeral director in charge of the services and/or the funeral home location manager. This position may requires direct contact with decedents.
Essential Functions and Competencies
- Assist the Funeral Director with dressing decedents and placing them in the casket.
- Transport decedents between locations.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull 150 pounds or more with assistance.
- Assist in closing, lifting, and placement of the casket.
- Greet people entering the establishment, determine the purpose of their visit, and direct them to specific destinations.
- Provide information about the establishment, such as funeral service and viewing/visitation information, employees within the organization, and/or services provided.
- Cleaning the facility, automobiles, and funeral equipment prior to use.
- Assist in the daily cleaning, maintenance, and organization of the funeral home.
- Arranging floral offerings or lights around the casket.
- Directing, instructing, or escorting the public.
- Carry flowers to assigned vehicles.
- Driving flower vehicle, funeral coach, or limousine.
- Cleaning and storing funeral equipment after services.
- Operate telephone to answer, screen, and forward calls, provide information, and take messages.
- Perform a variety of supportive tasks under the supervision of the funeral director in charge to ensure that all services are conducted in a smooth and well-planned manner.
- Conduct all duties in compliance with all company policies and procedures, all governmental regulations, and generally accepted and applied principles and practices of funeral service.
- Must possess and maintain a current and valid state driver’s license.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Required Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Professional communication skills
- Knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations related to the funeral industry
- Valid driver's license
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.
3365 Potts Chapel Caney Kansas
