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Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors
Funeral Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Funeral Assistant or Attendant performs a variety of tasks during funeral, such as placing casket in parlor or chapel prior to service, arranging floral offerings or lights around casket, directing or escorting mourners, closing casket, and issuing and storing funeral equipment.
$34,385 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Assist funeral director with all aspects of funeral services
- Greet and interact with grieving families in a compassionate and supportive manner
- Coordinate and assist with funeral arrangements, including scheduling, paperwork, and logistics
- Assist with event planning for funeral services and related events
- Handle administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and record keeping
- Perform heavy lifting and physical tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to provide compassionate support to grieving families
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to handle heavy lifting and physical tasks is helpful, but not required This position requires sensitivity, empathy, and the ability to handle emotional situations with professionalism.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$15.00- $18.