Elements is a small owner-operated Outdoor Therapy Program. We work with adolescents and young adults struggling with a wide range of mental health and life challenges. We are looking for Field Mentors that will live in the outdoors with clients and have the unique opportunity to function as both an outdoor guide and therapeutic mentor, following the guidance of a licensed therapist.
We are looking for folks ready to jump into their next adventure!
If this sounds like a position for you, we would love to talk with you! Its never too early to start looking for your next adventure.
Perks:
- Adventure activities – climbing, rappelling, fly fishing, stand-up paddle boarding, low ropes initiatives, and mountain biking.
- Great team culture
- Great Work/Life balance with around 150 days on a year
Benefits:
- Competitive wage ranging from $36,400 to $49,920 a year annually
- 16 days of Paid Time Off each year (equals two full rotations which turns into a whole month off!)
- Training Stipend of $500 on first check
- Gear Lending Library (you can borrow gear from us that you don’t own yet)
- Temporary Housing available in Huntington, UT for first three off-shifts
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance after one month of employment
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pro-deals with multiple outdoor gear and apparel companies
Our base is in Huntington, UT approximately 2 hours northwest of Moab and 2 hours south of Salt Lake City. Staff can live ANYWHERE! Commuting only twice in an 8-day period allows for lots of flexibility in your location. Housing provided the day before and the day after rotation for ease of travel. Lots of our staff carpool!
Responsibilities
- Provide mentorship and support to clients, fostering their personal and social development.
- Guide clients in activities including adventure and therapeutic based.
- Utilize conflict management techniques to address and resolve issues effectively.
- Collaborate with Licensed Therapists in supporting the clients.
- Document progress and report on the well-being of mentees regularly.
Qualifications
- Ability to lift and carry 55+ lbs
- Ability to hike up to 2-5 miles a day if needed, expectation hiking 2/3 days in 8-day schedule
- Ability to drive to Huntington, UT in all types of weather (lots of our team carpool)
- At least 20 years old or older
- High School Diploma/GED Required
- Pass Utah and FBI background checks
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening
- First Aid/CPR and/or WFR Training – Paid by Elements if not certified
Schedule
This is a unique schedule where Field Mentors work 8 days straight for 15+ hours a day followed by 6 days off. The position provides direct care in a backcountry setting to clients with acute mental, emotional, and behavioral healthcare needs.
Training
We provide an 8-day intensive training where we teach you our therapeutic modalities, outdoor living skills, group management techniques, expedition logistics, adventure activities, and much more. Furthermore, your first 24 days of employment will be an on-the-job apprenticeship to provide continued training and experience to prepare you for the position.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our recruitment manager at lisa@elementsprograms.com or via text at 385-789-737777
