Operations Coordinator

Medford WI

Description

New Vision Wilderness (NVW), located in Medford, Wisconsin, is the premiere wilderness therapy intervention for struggling teens, pre-teens, and their families. With our relational approach and unique programming, NVW is the home of cutting-edge trauma-informed care & wilderness intervention. Located in the beautiful Midwest, clinicians who work in the Northwoods will love experiencing all four seasons in the natural setting of the pristine outdoors while also having access to trending cities like Saint Paul and Minneapolis, MN and Madison, WI. Why NVW? Opportunity to become an expert in the field of healing trauma and attachment Included training in Brain Spotting 1 and 2, Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY), and Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Ongoing clinical supervision from leaders in the Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare sector Flexible work environment and strong culture of empathy, service, trusting relationships, growth, and results Clinicians can work from home and commute to Medford, WI for their two Field Days with students Canine therapy is integrated into treatment Proprietary CASA treatment model, with a unique relational and experiential approach Work collaboratively as a member of the leadership and clinical team for best outcomes Extensive learning opportunities for personal and professional growth Work with adolescent and pre-teen population Live and work in a scenic area that experiences all four seasons Access to endless outdoor activities including kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, climbing, and more Opportunities for advancement in a growing family of programs Collaboration opportunities with other leading Mental Health Programs Relocation/signing bonuses available for experienced candidates We are not a behavior modification program Great compensation based on experience Excellent benefits package The Operations Coordinator helps to ensure that students at New Vision Wilderness are well cared for. This role provides much of the direct face-to-face interaction between the Operations Department and students in program, facilitating student resupply and showers and ensuring students have appropriate gear for the outdoor programming. The Operations Coordinator is responsible for maintaining safe and working equipment for students and co-workers and to promote proper use and care of New Vision physical resources. Schedule: This position typically works Monday to Friday. There is also required weekend work for on-call support coverage and required nighttime work for direct care coverage and mentoring of instructors. On Call responsibilities are typically ~1 weekend/month On call coverage responsibilities would be expected to start within 6 months of position start date Oversight of Operations: Primary Responsibilities: The role of Operations Coordinator will vary on week-to-week basis in coordination with the Operations Team, to include: Support of vehicle and facility safety assessments and maintenance Support in providing clients and employees appropriate and well-maintained gear Support of Operations budget goals for purchasing food and operating supplies Coverage of resupply with all groups on a weekly basis to ensure students are able to have nutritional and hygiene needs met Supporting a culture of care and responsibility towards resources Secondary Responsibilities: The Operations Coordinator will also be expected to support the student and instructor field experience, which may include: Facilitating nutrition and wellness curriculum at resupply Facilitating experiential education curriculum in-field (e.g. stewardship, fishing) Supporting student programming activities (e.g. enrollments, transitions, transports) Provide field coverage on as-needed basis in support or direct coverage role Any other duties as assigned by Operations Manager On-call Responsibilities: Participation on on-call team typically begins within 6 months of hire per discretion of Operations Director Operations Coordinator will participate on the on-call team, including holding on-call phone and radio and available to respond to field crisis situations, provide on-call field support assistance to field instructors, and receive nightly check-ins from field staff on one-week/month basis Any other duties as assigned by Operations Director or Executive Director. Must possess one of the following qualifications: bachelor's degree in related field at least 1 year experience working in the adventure or outdoor field with at-risk youth building and site management experience and documented skill set Must possess and maintain current Wilderness First Responder or other emergency first aid and CPR certification and must have completed company provided SCM (Safe Crisis Management). WFR certification may be obtained post-hire, within 6 months of start date, for appropriately qualified candidate Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds for extended durations Must be able to pass a Background Criminal Investigation. Must hold a valid Driver's License with clean driving record. New Vision Wilderness Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience through the diversity of its employees and community. New Vision Wilderness Therapy seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who will contribute to the organization's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society. At New Vision, we are deeply committed to the safety of our staff and students, which is why we seek out 3rd party oversight and accreditation to hold our program accountable to giving trauma responsive care. We are accredited by: the National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs, The Joint Commission, Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare Council, and Cognia. We also engage in regular safety review assessments to ensure we are providing safe, quality treatment for the students in our care. Our standard of care subscribes to a "build up the student" method, providing for their needs, developing trusting relationships, and healing the family unit.