Funeral Service Assistant

Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of the Diocese of Sacramento, Inc. • Sacramento, CA

8d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides assistance to families and Service Directors in the delivery of vigils, masses and committals.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be able to spend up to 3 consecutive hours standing, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.
• Practicing Catholic with knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• excellent interpersonal and phone skills
• great organizational skills
• ability to maintain strict confidentially
• professional temperament and appearance
• ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
• ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise
• able to work in a team-oriented environment
• handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload.
• This job requires a background check.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit exceptional customer service skills.
• Assist on funeral services to set up and assist with casket loading/unloading.
• Assist in adjusting decedents in caskets as necessary.
• Transport flowers and memorabilia in hearses and vans for funeral services.
• Set up & clean up before and after services during business hours and evenings.
• Maintain general cleanliness of Funeral Center/ Home areas including Chapels, bathrooms, reception rooms, etc.
• Transportation of decedent for services via hearses and vans.
• Maintain cleanliness and preparedness, including fueling, of vehicles and report any operational or cosmetic issues to the Lead Service Director upon discovery.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED