Funeral Service Assistant Part-Time - Kansas

Legacy Funeral Group, LLC•Coffeyville, KS

30d•Onsite

About The Position

The part-time funeral assistant is a support role that performs a variety of manual and office tasks in preparation for funeral services, both during and after, to ensure services run smoothly and as planned. The Funeral Service Assistant duties must be performed consistently with the company's mission and values, and in adherence to company policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to lift, pull, and/or push 150lbs or more is required.
Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to follow instructions given over the phone or in person
Ability to use a personal computer and type
Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations
Good verbal and written communications skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work with colleagues to accomplish tasks

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service and/or sales experience preferred.
Proficient with MS Office suite and databases preferred; ability and willingness to learn required Certification/Licenses

Responsibilities

Assistance with removals of decedents (location specific).
Assist with the preparation of the deceased and casket.
Prepares for services to include delivering and setting up floral arrangements, chairs, caskets, urns, photos, and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; ensures proper care and storage of any of these items.
Prepares documents related to services, cremations, and maintenance, as directed by management.
Performs office duties such as answering phones and operating fax machine, computer, multiline phone system, debit card machine, typewriter, postage meter and scale and stereo/video system.
Run errands such as for floral delivery, picking up supplies, documents, etc.
Serves as an usher and may park cars or perform any transportation requirements.
Drives Funeral Home vehicles for services and picking up families.
Assist with visitations, memorial and funeral services that may include visitation and chapel set up, dressing and casketing remains, delivering family items and flowers.
Greets and receives client families and/or other persons entering the office for information and assistance.
Accommodates the needs of the family during a service and/or visitation.
May wash and clean funeral home vehicles and other client vehicles as required from time to time.
The ability to work beyond standard business hours, including weekends and holidays, may be required.