Power Wellness·Rolla, Missouri
Provide safe and caring childcare services including age-appropriate play activities and crafts. Monitor the secure entry and exit of children and parents while enforcing center policies.
Children's Area Associate Location: The Centre Powered by Phelps Health Type: Part time Summary: We improve life and we’re here to serve. What you do is something special and contributes towards improving health within your community. Join our team of full time and part time staff at The Centre Powered by Phelps Health. Our facility is managed by Power Wellness Management, a company that specializes in managing state-of-the-art medically integrated health and fitness centers. Power Wellness is a medical fitness industry pioneer who improves the lives of clients with a unique and customized approach to medical fitness center development and management. Their turnkey method takes away the stress of the development and management process allowing clients to focus on other areas of their business. The Children's Area Associate is responsible for providing childcare services in a safe, caring, secure and effective manner with age-appropriate interactions, play activities, and experiences for the children within the determined age range. Essential
1. Greet children and parents in a positive manner, while monitoring appropriate entry and exit of adults and children in and out of the secured childcare area according to center policy. 2. Lead daily crafts and activities for all age and skill levels and provide positive age-appropriate interactions. 3. Be knowledgeable of and enforce the Center’s childcare policies to ensure a safe environment for all children. 4. Provide parents and children a comfortable, safe and secure environment in a friendly setting. 5. Be receptive to parent's feedback, concerns and/or questions related to childcare; including appropriate follow up with supervisor for support as needed. 6. The ability to lift and carry infants and toddlers. 7. The ability to be flexible and accommodating as it relates to center hours and work schedules. 8. Must meet all safety requirements and certifications necessary to perform job duties. 9. Demonstrate complete knowledge of emergency and safety procedures and confidence communicating with EMS. 10. Other duties as assigned.
Preferred high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of related childcare experience. CPR/AED certification is required within 90 days of hire.
Market context
In Missouri, Children's Area Associate roles are often tied to consistent demand for dependable childcare support in schools, community programs, and youth-serving settings. These positions can be competitive because employers look for candidates with hands-on childcare experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to complete CPR/AED certification soon after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your childcare experience and plan for CPR/AED training before applying.