Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Funeral Home Assistant, where your dedication and support will help families navigate one of life's most challenging moments. In this vital role, you will assist with a variety of tasks that ensure respectful and smooth funeral services, providing comfort and professionalism at every step. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in honoring loved ones and supporting grieving families.
Responsibilities
- Perform removals/transfers of decedents with dignity, care, and professionalism
- Set up and take down graves for services
- Assist with funerals and services as needed
- Perform miscellaneous work around the funeral home, including cleaning, organizing, and setting headstones
- Once properly trained, may opt into an overnight/weekend on-call rotation
Qualifications
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs, and to maneuver cots and stretchers safely
- Reliable transportation and the ability to respond to calls within a reasonable timeframe
- Comfortable working in emotionally sensitive environments and with families in grief
- Strong sense of professionalism, discretion, and personal integrity
- Prior experience in funeral service, medical transport, EMS, or a related field is a plus but not required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Compensation
This role is compensated at $16–$18 per hour, based on experience, for general funeral home duties. Transfers/removals are compensated separately on a piece rate basis at $100 per transport. State law requires that total piece rate earnings meet or exceed minimum wage for all hours worked; in any period where the effective hourly rate falls below the applicable minimum wage, compensation will be adjusted accordingly.
This role offers an opportunity to make a heartfelt impact by supporting families during their most difficult times. We value energetic individuals who are committed to delivering respectful service with compassion, professionalism, and integrity.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
