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Outdoor Clinical Director
at a glance:
the job -
Lead a team of badass therapists who love being outside as much as they love helping people. As the Clinical Director, you’ll guide and support a team of professional listeners, challengers, and healers who provide therapy in nature. Help maintain clinical excellence while keeping it real, grounded, and practical—just like we do in the outdoors.
qualifications
You’re a licensed therapist with at least 7 years of experience (with 3+ in a leadership or supervisory role), and you’ve got a passion for both mental health and the great outdoors. Experience with outdoor or adventure-based therapy is a plus, but if you’re up for adapting and learning, this is your jam.
where
You’ll oversee the clinical team working in the canyons and wilderness areas surrounding Salt Lake City (City Creek, Emigration, Neffs, Big Cottonwood). Flexibility to work in an outdoor environment is key.
when
Flexible hours—you’ll help set the pace as you lead our growing team. Whether you’re out on the trail or in the office, you'll set the tone for how we work and grow as a team.
pay
Competitive salary based on experience, with performance bonuses and room for growth.
Gear stipend, work-life balance, an awesome team of like-minded people, and the opportunity to redefine therapy in nature. Plus, you get to make a real difference in people's lives while working outdoors.
the details:
job specs—
Oversee the clinical care and supervise therapists providing outdoor therapy, ensuring quality treatment and adherence to the highest ethical standards.
Provide regular clinical supervision, training, and mentorship to therapists to help them grow in their practice while maintaining the integrity of our outdoor model.
Foster a collaborative, supportive, and challenging environment where therapists thrive.
Work with the leadership team to refine and expand our outdoor therapy model, ensuring it meets the needs of our clients and stays innovative.
Champion Outdoor Talk’s mission both internally and externally, advocating for the power of nature-based therapy.
Ensure that all clinical staff are adhering to ethical guidelines, licensure requirements, and organizational policies.
Handle escalated client situations as needed and support therapists through challenging cases.
Regularly review client feedback and therapy outcomes, making adjustments as needed to ensure maximum effectiveness.
this job is a great fit for someone who—
Loves people, nature, and challenges.
Has a Master's or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
Is an LPC, LCPC, LPCC, LMHC, or LCSW in the state of Utah.
Has at least 7 years of clinical experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Has experience with outdoor therapy or is willing to embrace this unique approach.
Is skilled in various therapeutic techniques and has a strong foundation in evidence-based practices.
Enjoys building a supportive, dynamic team and leading by example.
Is proactive, adaptable, and thrives in an outdoor setting—rain or shine.
Knows how to communicate effectively with staff and clients, and can keep things grounded and clear.
Has the ability to work flexible hours and travel to outdoor locations.
Is CPR and first aid certified (or is willing to get certified before starting).
who we are—
we see the suffering in the world and in the lives of those around us and have the vision to create a happier, healthier society.
we believe that every individual makes a difference and to help one is to help all.
our mission is to empower individuals to transform their lives—physically, mentally, and interpersonally—through Outdoor Talk.
Outdoor Talk was built as a bridge to individuals who don’t typically seek mental health help by taking it out of the office and into the outdoors.
we want to be a force in a movement towards expanding the vision of what therapy can be and reconnecting individuals with the natural world.
we are not traditional.
we care a lot.
we value our employees. Their safety, development, satisfaction, and security is as important to us as the work we do for our clients.
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Outdoor Clinician
at a glance:
the job - be a professional listener, bullshit-caller-outer, understander, and teacher to incredible people who need help, and do it while moving in nature
qualifications - badass therapist (5+ yrs clinical experience, LPC / LCPC / LPCC / LMHC / LCSW) meets outdoor enthusiast with amazing lungs
when - Set your own schedule based on client demand, up to 10 clients per week. We anticipate weekday early morning and evening popularity with some flexibility
pay - $50 - $80 session, capability dependent
where - the canyons in the Salt Lake City area—City Creek, Emigration, Neffs, and Big Cottonwood (you’ll stay at one trail/location per day)
benefits - gear stipend, working for a rad cause, helping people change their lives while being outside!
the details:
job specs—
write and carry out individual treatment plans that incorporate various talk therapy methods with outdoor activities.
keep accurate and up-to-date charting of client progress, including session notes, treatment plans, and assessments.
keep yourself and your clients safe.
take care of your mental health—“put your oxygen mask on first,” as they say.
keep yourself physically fit and safe. Be smart about rehab, rest, and training so that you can maintain the required physical activity.
report to the Sr Outdoor Clinician for clinical supervision.
this job is a great fit for someone who—
loves people, loves the outdoors, likes a challenge, and isn’t traditional.
got their master’s or doctorate in counseling, psychology, social work or a related field.
is an LPC, LCPC, LPCC, LMHC, or LCSW in the state of Utah.
has at least 5 years experience in individual therapy in a clinical setting.
has diverse experience in therapeutic techniques and presenting concerns.
is a skilled observer and a wicked sharp communicator.
is experienced in at least one winter and one summer outdoor activity such as hiking, running, snow shoeing, or cross-country skiing.
can keep up a high-quality therapy session while being active.
can commute to the various trail locations.
can be flexible with their schedule.
can adapt to working outdoors in various weather conditions and can be comfortable being uncomfortable.
can move forward and work well with others despite uncertainty.
is CPR and first aid certified (or is willing to get before starting).
who we are—
we see the suffering in the world and in the lives of those around us and have the vision to create a happier, healthier society.
we believe that every individual makes a difference and to help one is to help all.
our mission is to empower individuals to transform their lives—physically, mentally, and interpersonally—through Outdoor Talk.
Outdoor Talk was built as a bridge to individuals who don’t typically seek mental health help by taking it out of the office and into the outdoors.
we want to be a force in a movement towards expanding the vision of what therapy can be and reconnecting individuals with the natural world.
we are not traditional.
we care a lot.
we value our employees. Their safety, development, satisfaction, and security is as important to us as the work we do for our clients.