Arranges, conducts and directs bereavement rites, including funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with Company Policies and Procedures
Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services
Assists with funeral services by coordinating the parking of cars, ushering, driving funeral vehicles, assisting at chapel and church services and at the cemetery; delivering flowers, caskets, urn, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families, and sets up and removes chairs
In absence of Family Service Counselor, provides aftercare including delivery of documentation; stationery; information on insurance, health benefits and pension, and; pre-arrangements for next of kin
Ensures potential pre-need referrals are shared with Family Service Counselors
Ensures adherence to all applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authorities, rules and regulations
Prepares and accurately completes documents and online entries related to services, cremations, maintenance
Assists with general office duties including answering phones and preparing reports as necessary
Assist with the maintenance of vehicles, the facility and property
Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies as well as place into inventory
Ensures refreshments are available (where allowed by law)
Minimum RequirementsEducation
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience
Minimum of 3 years related experience as a Funeral Assistant
Licenses
Current state/province issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of religious and fraternal organizations customs
Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office Suite required