Adventure Based Mental Health Specialist

Wounded Warrior Project

. Screen, interview, and assess warriors and family support members for Project Odyssey participation .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,168 - $82,432 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in facilitating veteran-focused mental health programming and case management, with a strong emphasis on developing and delivering workshops that promote psychological well-being and resiliency. Proficient in managing diverse groups and adapting programming to meet participant needs while maintaining accurate data tracking.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Veteran-Focused Mental Health ProgrammingCase ManagementWorkshop Development and FacilitationASIST CertificationFirst Aid CPR/AED Certification

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Hard Skills

Mental Health EducationPsychoeducational WorkshopsSMART Goals ManagementData Tracking in SalesforceLMS ImplementationGottman Couples TherapyExperiential LearningAlternative Therapy CoordinationWorkshop Agenda AdjustmentParticipant Selection

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementDiplomacyEmpathy

Certifications & Qualifications

ASIST CertificationFirst Aid CPR/AED Certification

Industry Keywords

Veteran SupportMental Health ResourcesResiliencyPsychological Well-BeingFamily SupportOutreachProgram ManagementDiverse PopulationsPhysical Outdoor ActivitiesCase Work Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Screen, interview, and assess warriors and family support members for Project Odyssey participation
Evaluate mental health resources for individuals or couples not ready for Project Odyssey
Develop in-person and virtual Project Odyssey mental health workshop agendas
Manage and facilitate Project Odyssey, including participant selection, activities, psychoeducational workshops, debriefing, and participant removal when necessary
Adjust workshop agendas based on group dynamics, weather, and vendor availability
Provide twelve weeks of case management and mental health education focused on resiliency and psychological well-being
Coordinate traditional and alternative therapy options as needed
Guide and manage warriors’ and couples’ mental-health-focused SMART goals
Maintain accurate data in WWP intranet tracking systems such as Salesforce
Conduct warrior outreach and provide program information to stakeholders
Deliver programming in a remote environment using technical skills
Implement LMS, experiential learning, ACT, Gottman Couples Therapy, and family FOCUS modalities
Lead five-day in-person experiential-learning workshops
Lead six- to twelve-week virtual mental health workshops
Manage multiple tasks, deadlines, deliverables, metrics, and key performance indicators
Attend required training and meetings
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four years of experience facilitating veteran-focused mental health programming or case management and assisting military and veteran populations in support of their mental health well-being and readjustment
Three years of adult-focused mental health programming or case work experience plus a master’s degree in psychology mental health counseling, human services, social work, recreational therapy, rehabilitation counseling, or related mental health field may be substituted for the four-year experience requirement
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, mental health counseling, human services, social work, recreational therapy, rehabilitation counseling, or related mental health field; equivalent combination of education, experience, training, and certifications may be considered in lieu of degree
Valid state-issued driver’s license
Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire
Ability to obtain First Aid CPR/AED Certification within 1 year of hire
Ability to travel in support of WWP programs and services outreach
Ability to engage in highly physical outdoor activities and events, including ropes courses, water sports, hiking, climbing, and horseback riding
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Effective organizational and time management skills
Ability to work with diverse individuals and handle sensitive matters with diplomacy and empathy
Up to 50% travel
Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
Competitive pay and performance incentives
A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment
Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program
401(k)-retirement plan
Competitive PTO package
Sick Leave
Family Care Leave
Paid Holidays
Birthday Holiday
Education Assistance
Teammate Wellness Program
Bereavement Leave
Annual performance incentive eligibility