Funeral Assistant / Attendant Part-Time

Legacy Funeral Group•Natchitoches, LA

About The Position

The part-time Funeral Assistant / Attendant supports funeral directors and assists with funeral, memorial, and other services as requested. The role also provides administrative support, answers phones courteously, and responds to general inquiries. Responsibilities may include dignified transport and care of the deceased, including removals, lifting, carrying, transportation, and preparation activities. Funeral Assistants interact with the public, share information about funeral and cremation services, and assist families to provide care and support. Duties are performed consistently with the company’s mission, values, policies, and procedures. The position may involve preparing and dressing decedents, setting up services, assisting families and visitors, driving funeral home vehicles, running errands, and completing office duties. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions. Professional dress is required when interacting with families. The role includes frequent standing, stair climbing, and lifting or pushing/pulling heavy items. Hours beyond standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required as needed. Legacy Funeral Group, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities without regard to protected characteristics or statuses, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to use a computer and type.
Proficiency in the MS Office suite and willingness to learn other software.
Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with others.
Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or pull up to 200 pounds for removals if required.
Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

May assist with removals of decedents, depending on location.
Assist with preparing and dressing decedents and placing them into caskets.
Prepare services by delivering and setting up floral arrangements, chairs, caskets, urns, photographs, and other keepsakes or mementos; ensure proper care and storage of items.
Prepare documents related to services, cremations, and maintenance as directed by management.
Perform office duties, including answering phones and operating fax machines, computers, multiline phone systems, debit card machines, typewriters, postage meters and scales, and stereo/video systems.
Run errands such as floral deliveries, supply pickups, and document drop-offs.
Serve as an usher, assist with parking, and fulfill transportation requirements.
Drive funeral home vehicles for services and family transportation.
Assist with visitations, memorials, and funeral services, including chapel setup, dressing and casketing remains, and delivering family items and flowers.
Greet and assist client families and visitors, providing information and support as needed.
Accommodate family needs during services and visitations.
Wash and clean funeral home vehicles and family vehicles when required.
Perform duties consistently with the company mission, values, policies, and procedures.