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Elements Program


Field Mentor

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Recruitment began on January 13, 2025
and the job listing Expires on July 13, 2025
Full-Time Architecture & Construction, Arts, Media & Communications, Education & Training, Health Science, Human Services
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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 for one of the training dates below.

  • January 30th – February 6th
  • March 6th – 13th
  • April 3rd – 10th

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!

Elements – Change in Action

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

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Contact & Location

Phone
(432) 552-2890
Email
careerservices@utpb.edu
Address

MB Room 1160
4901 E. University Blvd.
Odessa, TX 79762

Career Service Hours

M Monday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
T Tuesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
W Wednesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
TH Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
F Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Available by appointment through Bookings, virtually or face-to-face.

Career Advisors

Megan Baeza
Executive Director
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Izaiha Bush
Career Coach
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Gabby Maxwell
Director of Career Education
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Elisa Vigil
Internship Coordinator
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Odessa, TX 79762
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