Seasonal Forest Host

**Overview** Work in Nature. Support Families. Make a Meaningful Impact. Better Place Forests is a nonprofit organization dedicated to permanently protecting forest land while guiding meaningful end\-of\-life experiences deeply rooted in nature. We are hiring **Seasonal Forest Hosts** to support guest experiences, memorial facilitation, and forest stewardship at our conservation memorial forest. This role blends hospitality, outdoor work, grief\-informed support, and hands\-on forest care. It’s ideal for someone who thrives outdoors, communicates with warmth and confidence, and takes pride in both operational excellence and compassionate service. **Duties** * Welcome and guide guests during Forest Visits and Memorial Tree tours * Support in\-forest sales conversations and answer guest questions * Prepare for and facilitate Forest Memorials with professionalism and care * Guide ash placements and support meaningful memorial moments * Install Memorial Markers and complete required documentation * Maintain accurate visit notes and case updates using internal systems * Support trail maintenance, forest care, and visitor area upkeep * Monitor onsite safety and report hazards * Participate in daily team huddles and support community engagement initiatives This role requires balancing empathy, professionalism, physical stamina, and attention to detail in a dynamic outdoor setting. **Experience** * Experience in customer\-facing roles delivering exceptional service * Strong communication skills and comfort speaking to groups * Emotional maturity and comfort supporting individuals during sensitive end\-of\-life moments * Ability to work independently in remote outdoor environments * Adaptability and strong follow\-through * Comfort working outdoors in varying weather and hiking uneven terrain * Ability to lift up to 45 pounds * Valid driver’s license (ROV training provided) * Comfortable learning digital tools and documentation systems Experience in conservation, hospitality, end\-of\-life services, or mission\-driven organizations is a plus. **Additional Requirements** * 8\-24 hours per week based on operational needs * Weekend availability required * Onsite in Falls Village, CT * Comfortable working with cremated remains Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of conservation memorial forests. Job Types: Part\-time, Temporary Pay: $25\.00 \- $27\.00 per hour Application Question(s): * Are you available to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday? License/Certification: * CPR Certification (Required) * Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: * Falls Village, CT 06031 (Required) Work Location: In person