<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position: Funeral Service Assistant
Location: St. Mary Cemetery and Funeral Center
Position Status: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Some Saturdays and Evenings
Category: Non-Exempt
Pay Rate: Starting at $16.50 per hour
Supervisor: Reports to the Funeral Service Manager or other supervisor as may be assigned.

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

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

Minimum Qualifications:
<ol>
<li>Must hold a valid California Driver's License.</li>
<li>Must be a Catholic in good standing.</li>
</ol>

Education: 
<ol>
<li>High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.</li>
</ol>

Ability:
<ol>
<li>Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.</li>
<li>Must be able to spend up to 3 consecutive hours standing, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.</li>
</ol>

Skills/Knowledge:
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.
 
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Funeral Service Assistant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Why Work for Emerald Hills Funeral Home?
 Service 
<ul>
<li>At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual.</li>
<li>Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. </li>
</ul>
 Benefits 
<ul>
<li>Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.</li>
<li>Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life’s challenges.</li>
<li>Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.</li>
<li>Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.</li>
<li>Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. </li>
</ul>
 Culture 
<ul>
<li>We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth.</li>
<li>We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve.</li>
<li>We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. </li>
</ul>
Summary/Objective 
The Ambassador performs a variety of tasks during the funeral and memorialization process and assists Funeral Directors and other location staff to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. 
Essential Functions
<ul>
<li>Greets and directs client families and their guests to the correct chapel in which services are being held. </li>
<li>Directs visitors to guest book and distributes memorialization materials as needed. </li>
<li>Answers questions and assists with serving the needs of the client families, their guests, and other visitors during the visitation and memorialization event. </li>
<li>Receives and places flowers in chapels. </li>
<li>Ensures refreshments are available to client families and their guests.</li>
<li>Ensures that public spaces such as lobby, chapels, restrooms and reception/rest areas are clean and prepared prior to, and at the conclusion of, scheduled services. </li>
<li>Oversees parking area and ensures family and ceremonial vehicles are arranged for formal procession.</li>
<li>Assists with directing and/or transporting families and service attendees to and from service locations outside of the funeral home.</li>
<li>Actively serves as an ambassador of the business in the community to build trust and loyalty.</li>
<li>Represents the business in a professional, honest and ethical manner at all times.</li>
<li>Maintains a professional personal appearance and demeanor while performing duties or representing the business.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned. </li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>Customer Service Orientation.</li>
<li>Communication Proficiency.</li>
<li>Teamwork Orientation. </li>
<li>Social Perceptiveness. </li>
<li>Time Management.</li>
</ul>
Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure
<ul>
<li>Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.</li>
<li>At least 1-year experience in funeral arranging preferred.</li>
</ul>
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Able to read, write and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus.</li>
<li>Attend and perform work in a professional and courteous manner in accordance with the employer’s requirements. </li>
<li>Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through personal community involvement.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. </li>
<li>Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. </li>
<li>Ability to actively respond to the requests of the client families and their guests.</li>
<li>Tactful and professional when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise.</li>
<li>Maintains a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. </li>
<li>Ability to simultaneously handle multiple projects, prioritizes tasks, and exercise good judgment.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.</li>
</ul>
 Supervisory Responsibility
 This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 
 Physical Demands and Work Environment
 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
<ul>
<li>The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. </li>
<li>Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. </li>
<li>Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, AV system, coffeemaker, vacuum, casket carts/church trucks, personal or company owned vehicle. </li>
<li>Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 25 pounds. </li>
<li>Performance of this position’s duties may also require reaching, pushing, and pulling. </li>
<li>Employees may be exposed to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: Low </li>
<li>Overtime is sometimes necessary or required.</li>
</ul>
Travel
<ul>
<li>This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. </li>
<li>Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day only. </li>
</ul>
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Funeral Ambassador

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
Why Work for Park Lawn Funeral Home?
 Service 
<ul>
<li>At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual.</li>
<li>Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. </li>
</ul>
 Benefits 
<ul>
<li>Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.</li>
<li>Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life’s challenges.</li>
<li>Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.</li>
<li>Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.</li>
<li>Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. </li>
</ul>
 Culture 
<ul>
<li>We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth.</li>
<li>We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve.</li>
<li>We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. </li>
</ul>
Summary/Objective 
The Ambassador performs a variety of tasks during the funeral and memorialization process and assists Funeral Directors and other location staff to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. 
Essential Functions
<ul>
<li>Greets and directs client families and their guests to the correct chapel in which services are being held. </li>
<li>Directs visitors to guest book and distributes memorialization materials as needed. </li>
<li>Answers questions and assists with serving the needs of the client families, their guests, and other visitors during the visitation and memorialization event. </li>
<li>Receives and places flowers in chapels. </li>
<li>Ensures refreshments are available to client families and their guests.</li>
<li>Ensures that public spaces such as lobby, chapels, restrooms and reception/rest areas are clean and prepared prior to, and at the conclusion of, scheduled services. </li>
<li>Oversees parking area, valets vehicles and ensures family and ceremonial vehicles are arranged for formal procession.</li>
<li>Assists with directing and/or transporting families and service attendees to and from service locations outside of the funeral home.</li>
<li>Actively serves as an ambassador of the business in the community to build trust and loyalty.</li>
<li>Represents the business in a professional, honest and ethical manner at all times.</li>
<li>Maintains a professional personal appearance and demeanor while performing duties or representing the business.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned. </li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>Customer Service Orientation.</li>
<li>Communication Proficiency.</li>
<li>Teamwork Orientation. </li>
<li>Social Perceptiveness. </li>
<li>Time Management.</li>
</ul>
Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure
<ul>
<li>
Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
</li>
<li>
No prior experience required.
</li>
</ul>
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Able to read, write and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus.</li>
<li>Attend and perform work in a professional and courteous manner in accordance with the employer’s requirements. </li>
<li>Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through personal community involvement.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. </li>
<li>Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. </li>
<li>Ability to actively respond to the requests of the client families and their guests.</li>
<li>Tactful and professional when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise.</li>
<li>Maintains a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. </li>
<li>Ability to simultaneously handle multiple projects, prioritizes tasks, and exercise good judgment.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.</li>
</ul>
 Supervisory Responsibility
 This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 
 Physical Demands and Work Environment
 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
<ul>
<li>The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. </li>
<li>Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. </li>
<li>Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, AV system, coffeemaker, vacuum, casket carts/church trucks, personal or company owned vehicle. </li>
<li>Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 25 pounds. </li>
<li>Performance of this position’s duties may also require reaching, pushing, and pulling. </li>
<li>Employees may be exposed to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: Low </li>
<li>Overtime is sometimes necessary or required.</li>
</ul>
Travel
<ul>
<li>This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. </li>
<li>Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day only. </li>
</ul>
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Why Work for Horan &amp; McConaty – Lakewood? 
Service 
<ul>
<li>At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual.</li>
<li>Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession.</li>
</ul>
 Benefits 
<ul>
<li>Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.</li>
<li>Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life’s challenges.</li>
<li>Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.</li>
<li>Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.</li>
<li>Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. </li>
</ul>
Culture 
<ul>
<li>We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth.</li>
<li>We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve.</li>
<li>We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families.</li>
</ul>
Summary/Objective
The Funeral Director is accountable for performing a variety of tasks during the preparation, planning, and execution of the funeral and memorialization process to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. 
Essential Functions
<ul>
<li>Consults with client families or legal representative of the deceased to create services designed to meet their end-of-life memorialization expectations. </li>
<li>Ensures that client families are presented with all merchandising and service options available.</li>
<li>Obtains information needed to complete required documents such as obituaries, death certificates, burial permits, and insurance. </li>
<li>Coordinates all service arrangements and details with clergy, other presiding persons, fraternal or military organizations, and others who may participate in conducting the funeral service.</li>
<li>Utilizes systems to record merchandise selections, enter contracts, and complete necessary forms.</li>
<li>Plans, schedules, and conducts visitations and services.</li>
<li>Oversees all employees participating in services, ensuring that each member of the team understands their individual role and is professionally representing the location.</li>
<li>Prepares the deceased, including dressing and casketing.</li>
<li>Places casket or remains in visitation area, setting up the area to comply with client family wishes, including adjusting light fixtures, and arrangement of flowers or plants.</li>
<li>Directs and ushers families and services attendees to and from the location of the funeral service.</li>
<li>Supervises and assists in the transportation of client families to ensure a timely departure and arrival.</li>
<li>Arranges and coordinates shipment of remains to and from other cities and locations.</li>
<li>Instructs and oversees work of Apprentice Funeral Directors on services and paperwork.</li>
<li>Performs removals and transfers individuals into Park Lawn’s care as needed.</li>
<li>Performs other duties, as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>Communication Proficiency.</li>
<li>Teamwork Orientation. </li>
<li>Detail Orientation.</li>
<li>Thoroughness.</li>
<li>Customer Service Orientation.</li>
<li>Social Perceptiveness. </li>
<li>Time Management.</li>
</ul>
Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure
<ul>
<li>Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred.</li>
<li>Minimum two years of experience as a licensed Funeral Director.</li>
<li>Valid and applicable state Funeral Director License; reciprocal across states and in good standing.</li>
<li>Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.</li>
</ul>
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus.</li>
<li>High degree of overall computer proficiency.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li>
<li>Ability to effectively present information to client families, co-workers, and leadership. </li>
<li>Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through active, personal participation in complimentary, community based organizations. </li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families. </li>
<li>Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. </li>
<li>Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. </li>
<li>Ability to actively listen to the needs of client families.</li>
<li>Attention to detail, follow-through and ability to work in a team setting.</li>
<li>Tactful and professional behavior when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.</li>
</ul>
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. 
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
<ul>
<li>The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. </li>
<li>Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. </li>
<li>Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, personal or company owned vehicle.</li>
<li>Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company’s safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. </li>
<li>Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. </li>
<li>Performance of this position’s duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling. </li>
<li>Employees in this role must be able to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep. </li>
<li>This position’s duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High </li>
<li>Employees must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. </li>
<li>Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. </li>
</ul>
Travel
<ul>
<li>This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. </li>
<li>Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day</li>
</ul>
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Funeral Director

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a licensed Funeral Director to provide funeral directing services in three Connecticut locations: Woodtick Memorial, Bergin and Lyons Funeral Homes. You will be part of an existing team of Funeral Directors in these locations. You will play a vital role in providing compassionate and professional funeral services to families during their time of loss. Your primary objective will be to guide and support families through the planning and execution of funeral arrangements, ensuring that their wishes and cultural traditions are respected. You will coordinate all aspects of funeral services, including transportation, preparation of the deceased, and liaising with cemeteries, crematories, and clergy. This role requires a balance of empathy, organizational skills, and attention to detail to deliver dignified and personalized services. Ultimately, your work will help families find comfort and closure while upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Valid Funeral Director license as required by state regulations, or ability to be fully licensed within 6 months of employment commencement.</li>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a mortuary science program is preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in funeral service or related field.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of funeral service laws, regulations, and ethical standards.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mortuary Science or related discipline.</li>
<li>Experience with grief counseling or bereavement support.</li>
<li>Familiarity with diverse cultural and religious funeral practices.</li>
<li>Proficiency in funeral home management software.</li>
<li>CPR and first aid certification.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Consult with families to understand their needs and preferences for funeral services.</li>
<li>Arrange and coordinate all logistical aspects of funerals, including transportation, embalming, and service scheduling.</li>
<li>Prepare and file necessary legal documents such as death certificates and permits.</li>
<li>Oversee the preparation and presentation of the deceased, ensuring respectful and appropriate care.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cemeteries, crematories, clergy, and other service providers to facilitate seamless funeral services.</li>
<li>Manage funeral home facilities and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.</li>
<li>Provide emotional support and guidance to grieving families throughout the funeral process.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and manage administrative duties related to funeral arrangements.</li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Ability to remain physically present and engaged for extended periods during services and visitations, which may involve standing, walking, or use of a mobility aid.</li>
<li>Ability to transport, move, or assist with handling objects weighing up to 50 pounds (e.g., caskets, equipment, floral arrangements), with or without reasonable accommodation.</li>
<li>Capacity to perform physical movements such as bending, kneeling, reaching, or positioning, as required for funeral service preparation, with or without assistance or adaptive tools.</li>
<li>Sufficient manual dexterity to handle paperwork, operate standard office and mortuary equipment, and perform related tasks.</li>
<li>Visual and auditory ability to interact professionally with families, team members, and members of the public, with or without assistive devices.</li>
<li>Willingness to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings, potentially during evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li>
<li>Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.</li>
</ul>
Skills:
The role requires strong interpersonal skills to sensitively communicate with grieving families and provide compassionate support. Organizational skills are essential for managing multiple funeral arrangements simultaneously and ensuring all legal and logistical details are handled accurately. Knowledge of mortuary science and funeral regulations is applied daily to maintain compliance and uphold professional standards. Technical skills, including the use of funeral home management software, facilitate efficient scheduling and record-keeping. Additionally, cultural competence and emotional intelligence enable the Funeral Director to honor diverse traditions and provide meaningful, personalized services.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Funeral Director to join our team at Restland Funeral Home. United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors at NorthStar share a pride in their profession that extends beyond the workday. Here, we celebrate the above-and-beyond ethos of our team, encouraging meticulous planning, individual creativity, and collaboration, in every aspect of our work. Joining NorthStar Memorial Group means becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care and respect for the deceased and their families.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Provide a source of support, guidance, and direction to families before, during, and after the loss of a loved one</li>
<li>Coordinate, assist, and carry out all aspects of a funeral service and final memorialization</li>
<li>Adhere to all professional, municipal, state, and federal licensing regulations and rules applicable to the funeral service profession</li>
<li>Ensure that all federal, state, and local regulations related to the funeral industry are followed</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Licensed Funeral Director in Texas or possess the ability to reciprocate.</li>
<li>Have excellent communication skills, integrity, and an innate passion for serving others.</li>
</ul>
Compensation
<ul>
<li>$25.00-$28.00/hr. </li>
</ul>
Benefits 
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li>
<li>Health Savings Account (HSA)</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>401(k) with Employer Matching</li>
</ul>

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Licensed Funeral Director (Funeral Director License Required)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
We’re Hiring: Funeral Assistant
Our funeral home is seeking a compassionate and reliable&nbsp;Funeral Assistant&nbsp;to join our team.
Position Overview: This role assists our funeral directors in providing dignified and professional care to families we serve. Responsibilities include the transfer of deceased individuals from homes, nursing facilities, and hospitals to the funeral home, assisting during funeral services, and helping with small projects around the funeral home.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Perform removals/transfers from homes, nursing homes, and hospitals</li>
<li>Availability for&nbsp;night, weekend and on-call transfers. </li>
<li>Assist during visitations, funerals, and services</li>
<li>Help with general upkeep and small projects around the funeral home</li>
<li>Provide compassionate, respectful interaction with families and staff</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Must be reliable and dependable</li>
<li>Must be within a 30 minute radius of East Greenville, Pa</li>
<li>Able bodied and able to lift. </li>
<li>Valid driver’s license and clean driving record</li>
<li>People and communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li>
<li>Comfortable in a professional, respectful environment</li>
</ul>
Ideal Candidate: Someone who is caring, trustworthy, and understands the importance of professionalism, discretion, and empathy in funeral service. Perfect for someone retired

Funeral Assistant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Why Work for Williamson Memorial Funeral Home &amp; Cremation Services?
 Service 
<ul>
<li>At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual.</li>
<li>Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession. </li>
</ul>
 Benefits 
<ul>
<li>Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.</li>
<li>Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life’s challenges.</li>
<li>Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.</li>
<li>Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.</li>
<li>Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need. </li>
</ul>
 Culture 
<ul>
<li>We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth.</li>
<li>We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve.</li>
<li>We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families. </li>
</ul>
Summary/Objective 
The Ambassador performs a variety of tasks during the funeral and memorialization process and assists Funeral Directors and other location staff to ensure services run smoothly and that the expectations of our client families and their guests are exceeded. 
Essential Functions
<ul>
<li>Greets and directs client families and their guests to the correct chapel in which services are being held. </li>
<li>Directs visitors to guest book and distributes memorialization materials as needed. </li>
<li>Answers questions and assists with serving the needs of the client families, their guests, and other visitors during the visitation and memorialization event. </li>
<li>Receives and places flowers in chapels. </li>
<li>Ensures refreshments are available to client families and their guests.</li>
<li>Ensures that public spaces such as lobby, chapels, restrooms and reception/rest areas are clean and prepared prior to, and at the conclusion of, scheduled services. </li>
<li>Oversees parking area and ensures family and ceremonial vehicles are arranged for formal procession.</li>
<li>Assists with directing and/or transporting families and service attendees to and from service locations outside of the funeral home.</li>
<li>Actively serves as an ambassador of the business in the community to build trust and loyalty.</li>
<li>Represents the business in a professional, honest and ethical manner at all times.</li>
<li>Maintains a professional personal appearance and demeanor while performing duties or representing the business.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned. </li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>Customer Service Orientation.</li>
<li>Communication Proficiency.</li>
<li>Teamwork Orientation. </li>
<li>Social Perceptiveness. </li>
<li>Time Management.</li>
</ul>
Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure
<ul>
<li>Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.</li>
<li>At least 1-year experience in funeral arranging preferred.</li>
</ul>
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Able to read, write and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus.</li>
<li>Attend and perform work in a professional and courteous manner in accordance with the employer’s requirements. </li>
<li>Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through personal community involvement.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. </li>
<li>Ability to empathize with client families and their guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations. </li>
<li>Ability to actively respond to the requests of the client families and their guests.</li>
<li>Tactful and professional when dealing with complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise.</li>
<li>Maintains a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication. </li>
<li>Ability to simultaneously handle multiple projects, prioritizes tasks, and exercise good judgment.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.</li>
</ul>
 Supervisory Responsibility
 This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 
 Physical Demands and Work Environment
 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
<ul>
<li>The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. </li>
<li>Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. </li>
<li>Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, fax, copier, multi-line phone system, AV system, coffeemaker, vacuum, casket carts/church trucks, personal or company owned vehicle. </li>
<li>Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 25 pounds. </li>
<li>Performance of this position’s duties may also require reaching, pushing, and pulling. </li>
<li>Employees may be exposed to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: Low </li>
<li>Overtime is sometimes necessary or required.</li>
</ul>
Travel
<ul>
<li>This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel. </li>
<li>Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day only. </li>
</ul>
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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