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About Higher Ground USA
Higher Ground USA (HG) empowers individuals of all abilities to discover their potential, expand their boundaries, and realize what can be. Our mission at HG is to enhance the quality of life through therapeutic recreation and education. HG thrives on our five core values: Passion, Innovation, Service, Teamwork, and Integrity. We look for people who can envision, collaborate, and inspire. Our culture rewards imagination, embraces diversity, and is powered by a shared commitment to changing lives through the outdoors, community, and purposeful connection.
Leadership Opportunity
The CEO will serve as the face of Higher Ground USA, responsible for advancing the organization’s strategic and operational goals, elevating its strong national reputation, and expanding its capacity to serve more individuals nationwide. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will lead a passionate staff of 27 and directly manage the Chief Finance Officer, Chief Development Officer, Associate Director, Director of Veteran and First Responder Programs, Director of Adaptive Programs, and Director of Special Projects.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $140,000 – $170,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Self-managed paid time off
- Subsidized comprehensive health insurance
- Paid medical and family leave
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Gym membership
- Season Pass/Ticket access to Baldy and Dollar Ski Mountains
- IRA matching contributions
- Continuing education funding
Contact
DSG | Koya has been exclusively retained for this engagement. Express interest in this role by filling out our Talent Profile or emailing the search team directly at HigherGround_CEO@koyapartners.com. All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.
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What We Offer
Higher Ground offers seasonal internship opportunities across all our programming areas. If interested in therapeutic recreation, group and individual therapeutic methods, working with individuals with disabilities, or the nonprofit sphere, this organization will provide a unique environment to develop your skills.
Recreational Skills
The ideal intern candidate will have experience in some of the following: skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, rafting, cycling, fishing, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, swimming, and rock climbing.
Ideal Candidates
We are seeking individuals who are highly motivated, organized, and have exceptional verbal and written communication skills. There are plenty of opportunities to help others within Higher Ground. For those who are pursuing their therapeutic recreation degree, we follow the ATRA standards of practice and NCTRC internship guidelines.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Exceptions to the typical internship timeframe will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please be clear about your preferred timeframe in your letter of interest.
Apply
If you are interested in interning with Higher Ground, please email your letter of interest and resume to the team at internship@highergroundusa.org.
Additional Information
For additional information about our different types of internships, please review the following fact sheets:
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