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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