Handiham Coordinator Assistant

Location Address:

3915 Golden Valley RdMinneapolis, MN

Date Posted:

December 11, 2025

Department:

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute Handiham

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

Variable shift length

Hours Per Week:

20

Union

Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones.

We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

Learn More about our Courage Kenny Handiham Program:
Courage Kenny Handiham Program - Amateur Radio and Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities

• 0.5 FTE (40 hours per 2-week pay period)
• Hours may vary Monday-Thursday, with occasional weekends for special events (approx. 3-6x/year)
• This is a fully remote position, but may need to do local travel for radio club meetings, Handiham program events, outstate travel for national radio conference
• Eligible for mileage reimbursement

Job Description

Supports the Handiham program coordinator position. The program supports lifelong science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning and interaction via Amateur Radio as a community-based service that enjoys support from the wider Amateur Radio community worldwide. It combines elements of a distance education program with those of a social network.

Principle Responsibilities

• Interacts with members by phone and email.
• Responds to non-members inquiring about Handiham Program Membership.
• Supports Handiham Program members with Amateur Radio equipment accessibility for those with disabilities, including people who are visually impaired.
• Supports students studying for license exams and Morse code with minimum monthly follow up communications (phone/email). Report student progress to Handiham Program Coordinator.
• Participates in weekly Handiham Program staff meeting.
• Promotes the Handiham Program by attending virtual and in-person ham radio events, appearing as a guest on podcasts, and helping with the booth at hamfests - including Dayton Hamvention (staffing booth).
• Assists Handiham Program coordinator with radio camp preparation - yearly attendance required to help manage camp activities including on-site preparation, tear-down, and preparing equipment for the next year.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
• 5+ years strong verbal and written communication
• 5+ years excellent communicator, team player, builds strong relationships, and collaborates effectively
• 2+ years Computer Skills - Email, word processing, spreadsheets, and using a computer as part of the home amateur radio station

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Active Ham Radio Operator
  -Regular on-air activity and club involvement
• Experienced operating CW, HF, and VHV/UHF
• 2+ years Elmering - Mentoring people to obtain FCC license
• Experience using JAWS and NVDA (screen readers)
• Experience using Voice Over with iPhone and iPad
• Experience using accessible ham radio assistive technology-JJRadio, Hampod, etc.
• Experience making satellite contacts
• Experience with fox hunting
• Experience with weak signal modes such as aurora and meteor scatter
• Experience constructing antennas for amateur radio operations
• Experience with packet radio
• Experience with kit building
• Experience with logging software
• Experience with DMR, All Star, Echolink, D-Star, Fusion
• Experience with Clear Node, Nano Node, repeater control
• Experience in Assistive Technology-Especially focusing on AT for people who are visually blind

Licenses/Certifications

• FCC Technician Radio License required - within 6 months of hire
• FCC Extra Class Amateur Radio License preferred - within 12 months of hire
• FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 preferred
• VE accreditation preferred

Physical Demands

• Light Work:
• Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $22.71 to $31.13 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth…