The Academic Specialist is a core member of the New Vision Wilderness Experiential Services Department and Leadership Team.  The mission of the Academic Specialist is to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document the academic journeys of each of our students through curriculum creation and implementation, transcript tracking and communication with families and student’s home schools. The Academic Specialist will work closely with treatment team members including Primary Therapist as well as Field Specialist to provide individualized education instruction for each student that considers learning struggles, clinical goals, and treatment objectives. The Academic Specialist will also be integral in supporting Mastery, Canine Therapy, Adventure Education and Stewardship Opportunities. New Vision Wilderness Academy operates year-round and strives to support the academic process of our students by providing experiential learning that facilitates the continuation of their education. In addition to our therapeutic objectives, we offer opportunities for credit recovery and academic growth based on the individual needs of each client.

New Vision Wilderness (NVW) is an industry leading, year round outdoor behavioral healthcare program for teens and their families. At New Vision, we believe that a relationally based approach, that is rooted in a deep understanding of development and neurobiology is the key to change and the route to healthy lives for our students and their families. The Field Specialist is a core member of the NVW Field Leadership team who supports all aspects of field operations for the group(s) they are assigned.  The Field Specialist acts as a bridge between the clinical and direct care teams to ensure everyone is working towards the same goals.  Field Specialists grow strong Therapeutic Relationships with the students in our care and are integral players throughout a students journey at NVW.    

Field Instructor Salary range: $49,000 - $55,000   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, staff 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 - strong culture of empathy, service, trusting relationships, growth, and results - Canine therapy is integrated into treatment - 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 - We are not a behavior modification program - Great compensation based on experience - Excellent benefits package - This is a unique out-of-doors location in Medford, Wisconsin, where the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest covers more than 1.5 million acres of Wisconsin's Northwoods. For many, our location is a vacation destination, but you will LIVE here! - Our program serves pre-teens and adolescents. - We specialize in treating mental health struggles associated with developmental trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, and addiction. 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.

New Vision Wilderness Therapy offers an amazing atmosphere of acceptance and support in a wonderful environment! With our unique and out-of-doors style location in Medford, Wisconsin, where the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest covers more than 1.5 million acres of Wisconsin's northwoods, managing lands for multiple uses including forestry, wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation, fisheries management, special forest products gathering, wilderness and natural areas management. You may come alive and thrive with the visual rewards of nature.    - Director of Business Development (DBD) reports to the Admissions Director - The mission of the Director of Business Development is driving outreach activities (i.e. networking events, phone, mail, email, social media campaigns, and/or attends conferences and professional development events) while marketing to multiple referral partners including; educational consultants, clinicians, schools, hospitals, attorneys and other treatment providers, as needed. - This position requires the Director of Business Development to maintain high levels of engagement and collaboration with Executive Director, Sales and Marketing personnel and the teams of all three locations to ensure the programs are coordinated in their outreach efforts. - DBD manages social media on all platforms. Maintains a social media content calendar.  Solicits content from other staff regularly. - Ensures website is up to date, SEO is optimized. - Engages in omni channel marketing activities within a targeted market.   - Audience include Psychiatrists, educational consultants, clinicians, schools, youth agencies, youth pastors, police, hospitals, civic organizations, government agencies, PTO’s attorneys and other adolescent focused treatment providers and community stakeholders. - Extensive use of a CRM (SalesForce) and other technologies, as well as exceptional writing, presentation, and networking capabilities. - DBD is also responsible for doing admissions, which includes gathering information from clients, families, and referrals while ensuring impeccable customer service in an attempt to facilitate a smooth enrollment process if appropriate. The Director of Business Development works closely with the Admissions Director, Executive Director, and Clinical Director to assess potential client appropriateness for New Vision Wilderness.

Primary Wilderness Therapist Salary Range: $80,000 to $100,000   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? - New Vision Wilderness Therapy offers an amazing atmosphere of acceptance and support in a wonderful environment! With our unique and out-of-doors style location in Medford, Wisconsin, where the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest covers more than 1.5 million acres of Wisconsin's northwoods, managing lands for multiple uses including forestry, wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation, fisheries management, special forest products gathering, wilderness and natural areas management. You may come alive and thrive with the visual rewards of nature. For many, our location is a vacation destination, but you will LIVE here! - 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 - Our programs specialize in treating struggles associated with developmental trauma, attachment, anxiety, and addiction. - Trauma responsive, attachment focused, evidence based treatment - Canine therapy integrated into treatment - At New Vision Wilderness Therapy we invite and encourage family participation in family intensive treatments throughout the year. - Job advancement opportunity to grow into a Lead Therapist 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.