Welcome to The Trade!

The Trade is a new and bold alternative for young adults navigating challenges with anxiety, executive functioning, and/or neuro-divergence as they strive to get fully grounded into adulthood. Based in a rustic lodge on 2,000 acres in New Hampshire, our live-in apprenticeship program combines hard work, real-life responsibility, the healing power of the outdoors and community living to foster true independence.

Through hands-on trade work, learning life skills, mentorship, and the support of an intentionally crafted work culture, apprentices earn their way forward and build the tools they need to confidently move into independent young adulthood.

If you believe that:

growth comes from doing
there is value in working with your hands
the outdoors is a source of health and well being
every young adult deserves the chance to build a life that works for them

Then we want to speak to you about joining with us!

Openings: Life Skills Mentor

Compensation: $20.00-$25.00/per hour

Location: Pike, NH

Total Hours/Week: 40 hours/Week

Current Openings:

Wed-Fri 3pm-11pm, Sat 8am-8-pm

Position Summary

Life Skills Mentors support apprentices by teaching and modeling the skills that fall outside of the work day. Based out of the Black Mountain Lodge, these mentors play an active role in social connection, development of independent living skills, and overall wellness—while also facilitating outdoor activities and reflective conversations. They work alongside our

Assistant Director of Home Life to ensure that residential, life, and personal skill building and experiences are robust, engaging, and directly connected to leading a satisfying adult life.

Key Responsibilities

Teach and model adulting skills (e.g., cooking, hygiene, budgeting, cleaning, communication)
Support apprentices in group and individual activities
Facilitate informal reflection, community-building, and problem-solving
Help maintain a structured, emotionally safe environment
Work alongside apprentices and, sometimes alone, to keep the operation of the lodge running smoothly
Engage actively in outdoor recreation and group activities

Why Choose The Trade?

This is a special opportunity to have a hand in creating something new and powerful. You would be joining a small team who is currently working to refine, test, and build upon a vision that we believe is needed in the world. You can learn more about The Trade at www.tradeforlife.org

Participant Profile:

Our participants are young adults who have felt lost and directionless. They are likely living at home with their parents, are emotionally immature, are transitioning from residential treatment and/or may have high functioning ASD with some anxiety and/or depression. They feel isolated and disconnected from their peers, but desire connection. They may have started college and may have attended therapy or a transition program, but without long-term success.

Their Current Challenges:

Lacks motivation
Struggles with follow-through and accountability
Anxiety, mild depression, or executive functioning difficulties
Heavy reliance on screens and digital entertainment
Difficulty securing and maintaining employment
Feels disconnected from peers and community but wants connection

Their Strengths and Aspirations:

Creative, intelligent, or curious but unstructured
Wants to be independent but doesn’t know how
Enjoys hands-on learning but lacks confidence in work settings
Desires meaningful friendships and community
Open to mentorship and experiential growth

Hiring Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver's license required & 21 years of age
Authorized to work in the United States
Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks
Must possess stability in their own adulthood and be able to confidently act as a mentor to others in developing those skills.
Strong interpersonal and teaching skills
Experience working in education, human services, recreation, or related fields
Passion for experiential learning
Willingness to participate in ongoing training and feedback

What We Offer (full-time):

Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
STD, LTD, AD&D
Paid Life Insurance
Full Dental Insurance
Excellent Health Insurance
Matching Retirement Plan (403B)
Education Opportunities
Employee Discount Program
And much more!

Opportunities for Career Growth:

Competitive compensation, excellent benefits and vacation time!
Promotion opportunities!
Ongoing training and education options!
Flexibility to lead initiatives and bring your passions to work!

The Trade is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

https://www.tradeforlife.org/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Please tell us why you're interested in the Life Skills Mentor position and why you think you're a good fit!

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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