Field Mentor

Field Mentor Posted by Elements Programs on 02/10/2026 Job Basics Industry Sector: Outdoor Job Categories: Camp Staff & Counselors, Guide (raft,fish,bike hunt,horse etc.), Outdoor Education Company Type: DoesnotApply State: UT City: Huntington Country: United States Required Experience: Intern Job Type: Full Time Salary: $36,400 - $49,920 Required to Relocate: No Required to Travel: No Employee May Telecommute: No Job Seeker Must Live Within: Job Description & Requirements 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. If this sounds like a position for you, we would love to talk with you! For more information about Elements, please visit our website. Employment Opportunities - Elements 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 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 385-789-7377 About Elements Programs View Profile Elements is a small owner-operated outdoor behavioral health program in central Utah whose mission is to provide the most effective and engaging treatment program for adolescents and young adults in the outdoors. Since 2008, Elements has provided specialized therapeutic interventions for clients and their families by balancing evidence-based therapy with fun experiential activity. External Application