Part-Time Funeral Assistant

Part-Time Funeral Assistant

Carewell Cremations and Natural Burial | Fairfax, VA

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00–$24.00 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Hours vary weekly depending on scheduled services. Weekday and weekend availability may be needed.
Work Location: In person

About Carewell

Carewell Cremations and Natural Burial is a family-owned, women-owned funeral care provider serving Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. We are seeking a dependable, compassionate Part-Time Funeral Assistant to support our funeral directors with funeral services, viewings, celebrations of life, and burials.

This is a great opportunity for a retired person or someone seeking meaningful part-time work. Hours vary from week to week depending on the number and timing of services, so availability to accommodate changing service schedules is important.

Responsibilities

• Assist funeral directors with funeral services, viewings, celebrations of life, and graveside burials.
• Help set up and clean up service spaces, including arranging chairs, tables, flowers, photographs, guestbooks, and programs.
• Prepare vehicles for services by cleaning the interior and exterior, checking fuel levels, and loading supplies and equipment.
• Drive company vehicles to churches, cemeteries, and other service locations as assigned.
• Transport and unload flowers, service materials, and equipment.
• Welcome families and guests, provide directions, and assist with seating.
• Assist with the safe movement and placement of caskets using appropriate equipment and team support.
• Support funeral directors with service logistics and cemetery coordination.
• Maintain a professional appearance and treat families, guests, and the deceased with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable for operating company vehicles.
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working a schedule that changes weekly.
• Compassionate and professional when interacting with grieving families.
• Able to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and pay close attention to details.
• Able to stand and walk during services and safely assist with moving supplies, equipment, and caskets using team support.
• Willing to work outdoors at cemeteries in varying weather conditions.
• Willing to wear professional attire appropriate for funeral services.
• Previous funeral service, hospitality, or customer service experience is a plus, but not required. Training will be provided.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with your résumé or a brief summary of your experience and availability.

Carewell Cremations and Natural Burial welcomes applicants of all ages and is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 30.0 per week

Work Location: In person