Find your calling at Mercy!

The incumbent in this position will work under the direction of the Section Manager responsible for the Kid Zone. This requires caring for children from the ages of six (6) months of age through twelve (12) years of age. Care to include, but not limited to, providing a safe environment, changing of diapers/pull-ups, feeding infants, and calming upset children. Communication with the Section Manager and Director of Fitness should a child need disciplinary action above 'time out', safety issues, ideas for improving the Kid Zone, in the case of an ill child, a child with continued bad behavior, or a child who is crying uncontrollably. This incumbent must also keep this area clean. Additional duties may be added and section amended at any time with administration approval.

Position Details:

Child Care Worker

Part Time

Fort Smith Mercy Fitness Center

Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Certifications: Infant and Child CPR First Aid - Must complete within first 90 days of employment through Mercy
Other: Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. Good oral, auditory and visual skills. Must be able to calm upset children, use re-direction tactics. Must be capable of interpreting needs of children, interpret complex instructions and demonstrate high-level cognitive skills.
Preferred Experience: Care of children ages 6 months through 12 years of age
 

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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