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Memories Funeral Home

Funeral Attendant

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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.

$40,172 / year median in New York

+2% projected growth

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Funeral Attendant Memories Funeral Home - 4.0 Rochester, NY Job Details Part-time | Full-time | Internship $20 - $25 an hour 16 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Medicine Event planning project management Hospital medicine Hospice experience Hospice care Client rapport building Client file management Administrative experience Driver's License Attention to detail Driving Funeral & mortuary services Organizational skills Documentation Handling Material handling safety practices File organization Office record organization Full Job Description Job Overview Join our compassionate team as a Funeral Attendant, where you will play a vital role in providing respectful, dignified funeral and mortuary services. This energetic position involves supporting families during difficult times, coordinating funeral arrangements, and ensuring that every detail is handled with care and professionalism. Your dedication will help create meaningful experiences for families while maintaining the highest standards of safety and service. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to delivering exceptional customer care, this is the opportunity for you! Duties Assist families with bereavement support, offering comfort and guidance throughout the funeral process Prepare and transport deceased bodies using safe lifting practices and manual handling techniques, including heavy lifting when necessary Coordinate funeral services and events, ensuring all logistical details are managed efficiently Drive funeral vehicles safely to transport families and deceased, adhering to all traffic regulations and safety protocols Manage records related to funeral arrangements, documentation, and client communication with accuracy and confidentiality Support event planning activities for funerals and memorial services, ensuring smooth execution from start to finish Provide exceptional customer service by communicating clearly with families, vendors, and team members to meet their needs Requirements Experience in funeral & mortuary services OR experience in home health care, hospice, hospitals, nursing homes, private home care, medical offices, front desk receptionists, medical coordinators and other medial related fields. Training will be provided for the right candidate Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely, including heavy lifting and working with bodies in a respectful manner Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in records management and event coordination Excellent client communication skills, demonstrating empathy and professionalism at all times Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; willingness to participate in on-call coverage as needed Prior experience in customer service or administrative roles is advantageous Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts to support funeral schedules We are dedicated to supporting our team members through comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities. If you're motivated by making a positive difference during life's most meaningful moments, we invite you to apply today!
Pay:
$20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person