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We are looking for a outdoorsy people-person to take on the role of Field Mentor. Don't wait to find your next opportunity! If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply or reach out to our recruiter for additional information on the upcoming training schedule. 

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!

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
• Up to $1,100 in other bonuses the first year of employment
• 16 days of Paid Time Off each year
• 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

 

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry 55+ lbs
• Ability to walk up to 2-5 miles a day
• 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

 

We are a locally-owned and operated wilderness therapy program specializing in therapeutic expeditions for teen and adult clients struggling with difficult challenges and life circumstances.

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. For more information about Elements, please visit our website!

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If you love people and enjoy spending most of your time outdoors, we encourage you to apply!

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If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team at lisa@elementsprograms.com or via text at 385-789-7377

Elements is looking for an amazing candidate to join our team as a part-time Logistics and Transporter. Working Logistics, you will be responsible for delivering gear to and from the field on Mondays and Thursdays. As part of the Transport team, you will help the students in our program get to the field area and back as well as help with emergencies.

This position has a super Flexible schedule that allows for great work/life balance or added income! 

 

Schedule:

• Mondays and Thursdays - 5 hour days

• Ability to pick up and make own schedule with Transport shifts 

 

Benefits:

• Part-time work with flexible hours

• Hourly pay starting at $13 per hour

• Great team culture and locally owned company

• Paid Training

 

Requirements:

• Must be at least 25 years old or older

• No criminal history - background screening done at time of hire

• Must have a valid drivers license

• Must be eligible to work in the USA

• Aegis and First Aid/CPR - Elements will pay for certification if not currently certified

• Knowledge of the Manti-La Sal National Forest BLM land, preferred not required

• Live in or around the Huntington area is preferred

 

All transport hours are scheduled on a first come first serve basis. You will be notified of an open Transport and based on your availability you can choose to accept or not. Working Logistics, you will be expected to work around 10 hours weekly.   

 

If this sounds like a great fit for you, please contact Mike at 858-752-1967 or mike@elementswilderness.com to schedule an interview. 

Elements is looking for an amazing candidate to join our team as a part-time Transporter. This position has a super Flexible schedule that allows for great work/life balance or added income! As a Transporter, you will help the students in our program get to the field area and back as well as help with emergencies. 

 

Benefits:

• Part-time work with flexible hours

• Hourly pay starting at $13 per hour

• Great team culture and locally owned company

• Paid Training

 

Requirements:

• Must be at least 25 years old or older

• No criminal history - background screening done at time of hire

• Must have a valid drivers license

• Must be eligible to work in the USA

• Aegis and First Aid/CPR - Elements will pay for certification if not currently certified

• Knowledge of the Manti-La Sal National Forest BLM land, preferred not required

• Live in or around the Huntington area is preferred

 

All transport hours are scheduled on a first come first serve basis. You will be notified of an open Transport and based on your availability you can choose to accept or not. 

 

If this sounds like a great fit for you, please contact Mike at 858-752-1967 or mike@elementswilderness.com to schedule an interview.