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Carriage Services

Funeral Assistant

Middletown, OH · On-site

$14/hr

Baker Stevens Parramore Funeral Home Qualifications * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through personal community involvement.

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Funeral Assistant

Zanesville, OH · On-site

Bryan and Hardwick Funeral Home Qualifications * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through personal community involvement. * Ability ...

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What is a weekend funeral home staff member?

Weekend funeral home staff are professionals who work at funeral homes specifically during weekends. Their duties often include assisting with funeral services, greeting and directing guests, setting up service spaces, and providing support to grieving families. They may also help with administrative tasks, preparation of the facility, and ensuring that ceremonies run smoothly. Weekend staff are essential to accommodate families who schedule services outside of regular weekday hours.

What are the typical responsibilities and work expectations for someone working weekend shifts at a funeral home?

Working weekend shifts at a funeral home often involves supporting families during services, assisting with visitations, and coordinating logistics such as transportation and set-up for ceremonies. You may also be responsible for administrative tasks like answering calls, scheduling appointments, and ensuring the facility is prepared for services. Teamwork is essential, as you'll collaborate closely with funeral directors, attendants, and other staff to provide compassionate and professional care. Flexibility and strong communication skills are important, as weekend schedules can vary and often require responding to families’ needs in real time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend funeral home attendant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Funeral Home Attendant, you generally need a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and basic knowledge of funeral service operations. Familiarity with scheduling software, mortuary equipment, and compliance with local health and safety regulations is common. Compassion, discretion, and excellent interpersonal skills help attendants support grieving families and maintain a respectful environment. These skills and qualities are essential to provide dignified service and ensure smooth, professional operations during sensitive times.

What hours do weekend funeral home employees work?

Weekend funeral home employees typically work during weekend hours, which may include evenings and early mornings, depending on the funeral schedule. Shifts can vary but often require flexibility to accommodate funeral services and family needs, with some roles involving on-call duties outside regular hours.

What are the most commonly searched types of Funeral Home jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Funeral Home jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Weekend Funeral Home jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Weekend Funeral Home job openings:

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Funeral Home Transfer Assistant

Busch Funeral and Crematory Services

Parma, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Join Our Team at Busch Funeral and Crematory Services!

Are you a caring, compassionate, and energetic individual seeking a rewarding career? Look no further! We are currently hiring for a full-time position on our Care Center transfer team. As a member of our team, you'll enjoy great benefits and fantastic work-life balance.

Busch Funeral Homes, a fourth-generation family business, has been providing compassionate funeral services to families in Cleveland since 1905. With eight locations on the West Side of Cleveland, we are dedicated to serving our community with care and respect during their time of need. Our 8 locations average a call volume of 1800 a year.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Transfer Team Assistant to join our team at our Parma location. This position requires travel to all locations and use of our company van during travel.

Here's what we offer:

  • Additional Pay for Night Transfers: We value your commitment, especially during on-call nights. You'll receive extra compensation for your dedication and availability.
  • Competitive salary paid on a bi-weekly basis.
  • Parental Leave
  • Excellent Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of personal time and family commitments. With fair workload distribution, you'll have a healthy work-life balance.
  • Company Van with On-Call Nights: Say goodbye to commuting while on call! Take our company van home during on-call nights, ensuring convenience and ease of access.
  • Great Benefits: We take care of our team members. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation and sick days, a 401K plan with employer contributions, and medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also provide a company cell phone for work-related communication.

As a Care Center Transfer Team Assistant, you will be primarily responsible for transferring deceased individuals from residences and/or healthcare facilities to our care center. Your role will also involve responding promptly to pages during night on-call shifts and providing backup assistance when needed.

Here's what you'll be doing:

  • Communicating with family members, visitors, and clergy, ensuring a compassionate approach.
  • Accepting on-call status and being ready to respond to service requests within 20 minutes, regardless of the location.
  • Skillfully handling death call information, offering comfort, well-being, and guidance to grieving families.
  • Ensuring timely response to the place of death, confirming the identification of the deceased upon arrival.
  • Conducting transfers to the funeral home while maintaining respectful and supportive interactions with families.
  • Collaborating with our team to perform night on-call duties and covering phone attendant responsibilities, as requested.
  • Handling transfer authorizations, coordinating with medical professionals, and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Maintaining a clean and disinfected prep room, following all relevant standards and regulations.
  • Assisting with dressing, casketing, and other preparations as instructed by licensed professionals.
  • Contributing to the overall upkeep of the funeral home facilities and community room.
  • Utilizing Passare software proficiently to streamline processes.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent education.
  • Valid Ohio driver's license with an insurable driving record.

Join our compassionate team and be part of a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of grieving families.

Apply now and start your journey with us!

Busch is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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