Adventure Therapy Clinical Manager

Full time, Onsite position in Lake Ozark, MO

Pay range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 annually depending on experience and licensure

Relocation Assistance Available!

Are you driven by adventure, energized by leadership, and passionate about creating powerful therapeutic experiences?

The Adventure Therapy Clinical Manager is a dynamic, hands‑on leader who drives the clinical excellence and daily operations of Calo’s Adventure Therapy programming. This role blends adventure‑based therapy, developmentally informed and brain‑based practices, and exceptional communication to deliver safe, engaging, and impactful experiences for students while building strong relationships with families, referents, and staff. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments, value outstanding customer experience, and love translating adventure into meaningful therapeutic growth, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Design, facilitate , and oversee Adventure Therapy programming, including animal‑assisted and canine training activities, ensuring quality and safety standards are met
• Provide clinical leadership through student assessments, development of S.M.A.R.T. goals, in‑the‑moment coaching, group sessions, and crisis intervention as needed
• Coordinate care by collaborating with therapists, treatment teams, families, and referral partners; attend treatment team meetings, placement calls, transitions, and finalizations
• Support student and staff development by building strong relationships, offering encouragement, and facilitating 1:1 meetings and campus engagement activities
• Ensure clinical compliance by completing accurate documentation, participating in Joint Commission preparation and inspections, and adhering to all Calo policies and procedures
• Manage communication and family engagement through The Family Bridge, including updates, photos, blogs, critical issue reporting, and newsletters
• Oversee program operations and logistics , including inventory management, supply ordering, facility organization, and Adventure Therapy office coordination
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be at least 24 years of age
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• Master’s degree or higher in a clinical or behavioral health–related field
• Full or provisional clinical licensure, including but not limited to:
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) / Provisional LPC (PLPC)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) / Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
• Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) / Provisional LMFT
• Licensed Psychologist (or provisionally licensed, where applicable)
• Documented experience providing therapeutic services, with a strong emphasis on group therapy
• Experience in adventure therapy, experiential learning, or a related therapeutic field
• Strong leadership, program development, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team
• Commitment to fostering student growth through experiential, physical challenge‑based, and team‑building interventions
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
  
  

CALO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

CALO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. #ALLCALO #onsite