Personal Care Aide College of Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University is a private global research university that stands among the worlds most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science path-breaking performances creative start-ups big data big ambitions hands-on learning and a whole lot of robots CMU doesnt imagine the future we invent it. If youre passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters your journey starts here!

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering ranks among the best in the country. Our research programs are at the forefront of the technologies that have changed the world we live in. Our interdisciplinary approach to education and research allows faculty and student across the university and beyond to collaborate on problems that have a significant impact on the world around us. The ECE Department part of the College of Engineering is a large and diverse academic community and includes global research and teaching efforts through extensions of our Pittsburgh academic programs and research in Silicon Valley Portugal Africa and Thailand.

The Personal Care Assistant shall assist with mobility during the workday for a department head. The tasks include but are not limited to providing hands-on mobility support setting up and adjusting mobility equipment for safe use retrieving and carrying items assisting with personal needs during the workday and escorting the department head to locations across campus. The Personal Care Assistant may also carry materials to meetings and provide physical support during work-related travel. Performs related personal assistance duties as assigned.

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on assistance with mobility
• Set up and adjust mobility equipment for safe use
• Assist with obtaining meals and hydration
• Operates standard office equipment and displays computer literacy
• Maintains a high level of integrity and discretion
• Flexible and adaptable to principals changing needs day to day
• Displays good communication and customer service skills delivering a high standard of support and assistance to guests faculty staff and students
• Other duties as assigned

Adaptability excellence and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years experience
• Experience providing personal care or mobility assistance (professionally or as a caregiver)
• Physically able to assist and provide physical support safely
• Reliable and punctual with dependable transportation
• Basic understanding of body mechanics and safe lifting/transfer techniques
• Training from an occupational or physical therapist preferred
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful background check
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Valid drivers license
• Position Specific Licenses/Certifications:
  • Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical prescription dental and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs fitness center access and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials we evaluate the role and responsibilities your valuable work experience and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; its about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization! Apply today!

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