Family Support - Syracuse, NY

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions is looking for Support Staff who share our core values of Excellence, Trust, Care and Growth to assist families in honoring their loved ones.

Support Staff assist in many capacities around the funeral home to ensure that our families and their guests are well served during services.  While no day is the same, you may be responsible for greeting families and guests, preparing for and assisting with funeral services, and escorting families to cemetery services. They also assist with administrative responsibilities and keep our funeral home looking beautiful and ready to serve families.

Successful team members are highly organized, extremely detail-oriented, effective communicators and treat families, decedents, colleagues and members of the community with dignity and respect.

Varying hours are available seven days a week. This is a great part-time position for someone who enjoys helping others!

Our family owned company has been has been growing since 1893. That’s 125 years of experience in the funeral service industry. Skilled Newcomer associates will mentor you in becoming a valuable part of our team with opportunities for growth. We take pride in providing the best services at the lowest prices and want you to share in our success!

Job Requirements and Essential Physical Responsibilities

•    A high school diploma or GED
•    A minimum of three months of similar or related experience
•    The position requires the ability to tolerate exposure to hazardous substances subject to government requirements; occasional lifting, pushing and pulling, with assistance, of objects up to approximately 600 pounds; manual dexterity required for clerical tasks; occasional stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and carrying objects weighing up to approximately 30 pounds for short distances 
•    Ability to travel by standard methods of transportation.  
•    Conservative professional dress as detailed in dress code policy
•    Possess a valid Drivers’ License and meet the driving performance standards as determined by management. MVR’s may be reviewed annually for compliance, and any conviction or at-fault accidents should be immediately reported to management
•    Ability to work in a team environment
•    Varying hours available.  Hours are varied depending on the number of services.  Hours available include Sunday through Saturday.  There is no guarantee on the number of hours available to work.  
•    Possess good communication skills and be self-motivated

Salary : $16 - $17