Do you like to hike, climb, and enjoy the wilderness?
Do you want to make a positive change in someone's life?
Then blueFire might be the perfect opportunity for you.
blueFire Wilderness is a premier wilderness therapy program that is in Southern Idaho. Our staff are some of the best across therapeutic programs because we take our time finding the right fit, we hire only people dedicated to wilderness and we look for people with a passion for helping change lives. blueFire helps at-risk youth overcome their challenges to become the best versions of themselves. Our 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off schedule allows for half of your life to be recreation time.
Interested in learning more about how you can be a part of blueFire Wilderness? Give us a call at: (208) 934-4444 or send us an email at: careers@bluefirewilderness.com
A Day in the Life...
Each day begins with getting up 30 minutes before the kids. Then, I wake them up and help them get ready for the day. We do morning meds and then transition into breakfast. Breakfast is a great ritual and helps everyone fuel up for the day’s activities.
On base camp days we get ourselves and the kids ready for when the therapists arrive. The therapists will spend the day with the kids, allowing us field staff time to work on other projects or enjoy the free time. If the group is on expedition, they do morning group sessions or meditation, then after our expedition activities, we find a spot for lunch. While on adventure, we may be rock climbing at the City of Rocks National Monument, Backpacking near the Sawtooth Mountains, Canoeing or River Rafting in the Snake River Canyon, or backpacking all over the deserts of Southern Idaho.
In the afternoon, the kids work on their curriculum/assignments/hard skills and we check in to see how everyone is doing. As field staff, we often help them complete their therapeutic assignments. If it’s an adventure day, kids work on their therapeutic assignments until dinner time. Once dinner is ready, they wash their hands, prep, and eat dinner.
Following dinner, we clean up and carry out kitchen duties. The kids actually enjoy helping out and are responsible for a lot of the cleanup. At an evening circle, we all go around and share how the day went. We follow that up with the overall layout of the evening and prepare for the next day.
In the end, we are helping and guiding these young people to find meaning and direction in their lives.
5 Things I Love about my Job at blueFire
1. The interactions I have with the kids
2. Going on Adventures!
3. Working with the staff
4. Working with the therapists
5. Working for 2 weeks, then off for 2
Job Opportunities
Adventure Coordinator - Full Job Description
Our Adventure Coordinators work Thursday-Sunday schedule leading day trips and multi-day trips exploring the beautiful terrain that Southern Idaho has to offer. Adventure Coordinators work with clients aged 12-17 & 18-28 leading activities at places like City of Rocks, Sawtooth’s, Craters of the Moon, or Bruneau Sand Dunes, as well as near our operating area in Gooding, ID. You will play an integral part in Adventure therapy by utilizing the wilderness and outdoor surroundings, to help individuals challenge themselves in a healthy way to promote emotional, psychological, and behavioral growth.
Wilderness Field Instructor - Full Job Description
Our Wilderness Field Instructors become mentors to our clients by helping them overcome their challenges while engaging in a wide array of activities. Our Instructors participate in a variety of adventure activities such as rock climbing and hiking and are trained to ensure the physical, mental, and emotional safety of our clients. Make sure to check out our Upcoming Seminars for Field Instructors, click here to view.
Logistics Assistant - Full Job Description
Our logistics assistant is responsible for supporting the different departments with various administrative and operational tasks. They will coordinate with multiple staff on needs and assist with the planning and execution of different projects.
Milieu Therapist - Full Job Description
Our milieu therapists work with those struggling with mental health issues or substance abuse problems, and they use a variety of techniques to help their clients feel safe, supported, and empowered. These techniques may include group therapy sessions, social skills training, relaxation exercises, and other forms of experiential therapy designed to promote personal growth and development. They specifically focus on creating a supportive and therapeutic environment that promotes healing and recovery.
blueFire Wilderness Therapy is located in Gooding, Idaho.
Please Call 208-934-4444 for more information
