Receptionist Funeral & Memorial Services (Onsite)

We are seeking a compassionate and professional Receptionist to support a funeral and memorial services facility in Kansas City, KS 61162 . This is an onsite role offering $14/hr for a 5-month initial contract , with the potential to transition into a permanent position . The receptionist is responsible for warmly welcoming families and visitors, managing incoming calls, and providing administrative support as directed by the Office Manager. This is a meaningful opportunity to assist families during sensitive times with care, professionalism, and dignity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist visitors and client families at the front desk
• Announce and direct guests to appropriate staff or meeting rooms
• Answer, screen, and route incoming calls courteously
• Provide basic information regarding services, products, and directions
• Assist with deceased belongings and follow proper chain of custody procedures
• Maintain a clean and comfortable waiting area and offer refreshments when needed
• Receive and distribute incoming mail and packages
• Perform basic clerical duties including light typing, data entry, and document handling
• Maintain and organize electronic and paper records
• Notify management of any customer service or security issues immediately

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• At least 6 months of receptionist, administrative, or office support experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Clear, professional speaking voice and excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and compassion
• Must be dependable and available to work weekends or non-standard hours as needed

Why Join Us

• Be part of a respected funeral, cremation, and cemetery services provider
• Opportunity to transition into a permanent role
• Gain valuable experience in a meaningful, service-oriented environment
• Support grieving families during important moments with empathy and professionalism

RightStone is a strategic partner that works with our clients to place the highest caliber of talent for a wide range of industries and skill sets. For over 23 years RightStone has assisted organizations in attracting, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates quickly for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire opportunities. The right candidates are the most critical aspect of who RightStone is. If you are that candidate, we are interested in speaking with you!

RightStone is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

RightStone is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors, coworkers, independent contractors and other third parties.