Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between job performance of wilderness and adventure therapy (WAT) field guides and personality traits. Specifically, this study utilized the NEO-PI-R to assess personality and the Field Guide Performance Evaluation (FGPE) to assess job performance. Job performance was measured by managers, peers, and WAT participants. The sample consisted of 89 personality assessments, gathered from both the U.S. and Canada. Ordinary least squares regression analysis indicated there was a non-significant relationship between field guide job performance and personality. Findings provide implications for WAT practitioners seeking the most qualified field guides possible.

Degree

MS

College and Department

Marriott School of Management; Recreation Management

Rights

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Date Submitted

2013-06-18

Document Type

Thesis

Handle

http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/etd6304

Keywords

wilderness adventure therapy, job performance, personality, field guide

Language

English

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