Lead Outdoor Adventures. Inspire Growth. Make a Difference.
Now Hiring Adventure Lead | Full-time Day Shift | Starting from $40,000 | Pike, NH
Join Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) as an Adventure Lead and help create life-changing experiences for youth through outdoor education, recreation, and experiential learning. In this leadership role, you will mentor students, lead outdoor activities and overnight excursions, teach outdoor skills, and help young people build confidence, resilience, and healthy coping strategies in a safe and supportive environment.
About Mount Prospect Academy
Mount Prospect Academy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping adolescents develop the skills they need to reach their educational, social, and emotional potential. Through therapeutic, educational, residential, and community-based programs, MPA empowers youth to overcome challenges and achieve meaningful success.
Position Summary
The Adventure Lead serves as a key member of our outdoor experiential learning team, leading activities that promote personal growth, teamwork, emotional regulation, and outdoor skill development. This role combines mentorship, recreation, education, and leadership in a dynamic outdoor setting.
Current Schedule
- Monday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What You'll Do
- Supervise and mentor youth during outdoor activities and adventures.
- Lead hiking, recreation, and overnight trips while ensuring student safety.
- Teach outdoor living skills, environmental stewardship, and teamwork.
- Provide positive role modeling, behavioral support, and crisis intervention when needed.
- Help students develop social skills, emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience.
- Train and support staff participating in outdoor programming.
- Maintain outdoor equipment and ensure program readiness.
- Create engaging recreational and experiential learning opportunities for youth.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or at least 60 college credits; OR
- Two years of full-time experience working with children; OR
- A combination of education and experience totaling two years.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 21 years old.
- Valid driver's license preferred.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Ability to pass required background and pre-employment screenings.
- Ability to safely manage and support at-risk youth in outdoor environments.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Discount Program
- Expense Reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within MPA
Why Join Us?
At Mount Prospect Academy, you'll have the opportunity to combine your passion for the outdoors with meaningful work that helps young people thrive. Every day offers a chance to make a lasting impact while working alongside a supportive team committed to growth, learning, and adventure.
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Apply Today – Make an Impact Apply today: http://www.mountprospectacademy.org
Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. MPA does not discriminate in its hiring, programs or policies on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
