Care Guide Representative-Community

AHS Allina Health System; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability (short-term/long-term)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking an Independent Living Skills role with Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute to support clients in their homes across the East Metro. This .8 FTE position (64 hours per two-week pay period) features an 8-hour day shift with no weekend work.

You will collaborate with a care team, help patients set goals, monitor progress, and document in the EMR using behavior change techniques and motivational interviewing to promote adherence and independence.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with required functional competencies as listed on the job description.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in customer service, health care or community-based role.

Responsibilities

• Acts as central facilitator to patients supported by the care team.
• Transitions and supports patient through all stages of care.
• Maintains and documents ongoing communications with patients and care team.
• Collects and maintains patient data and reports to facilitate care.
• Communicates with patients, families and providers to maintain coordination of care.

Skills

Customer service

Healthcare experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in health care

Job description

Location Address

3915 Golden Valley Rd Minneapolis, MN 55422-4249 Date Posted: November 06, 2026 Department: 31602145 Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute Independent Living Skills Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 32 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None

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

.8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day shift No weekends This position works with clients in their homes and covers the East Metro area

Job Description

Collaborates with the care team serving as the central facilitator to patients. Develops and maintains a relationship with the patient and utilizes this relationship to further the patient's medical and non-medical goals. Applies critical thinking skills in order to uncover barriers, develops patient-driven goals, guides and coordinates care according to a care plan, uses behavior change techniques to reinforce and support the plan, partners with care team to improve quality of care and health outcomes for patients and documents in the electronic medical record.

Principal Responsibilities

• Acts as the central facilitator to patients supported by the care team.
• Transitions and supports patient through all stages of care.
• Maintains and documents ongoing communications with patients and care team.
• Collects and maintains patient data and reports to facilitate care.
• Communicates with patients, families and providers to maintain coordination of care.
• Identifies and facilitates resolution to barriers.
• Identifies barriers the patient may have to meeting health care goals and communicates with care team.
• Assists patients in determining resources within system and the community.
• Ensures connections were made and ongoing needs are met.
• Develops patient-driven goals and support patients care.
• Works with patients to develop medical and no-medical goals.
• Reinforces provider and care team communication about plan of care.
• Engages family and/or friends to support care and goals.
• Supports medication and treatment adherence as needed.
• Uses electronic medical record and other electronic tools for data gathering and interpretation.
• Incorporate appropriate behavior change techniques to empower patients to be active participants in their health.
• Utilizes motivational interviewing techniques.
• Provides behavior change mentorship to other team members or care guides as needed.
• 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
• 0 to 2 years of experience in customer service, health care or community-based role

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree in health care

Licenses/Certifications

Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment

Physical Demands

Sedentary: Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $24.62 to $33.74 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. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

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 of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Diversity

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community.

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish