Coach - Santa Barbara

Camden Center; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Santa Barbara is seeking a Coach to support clients facing challenges like ADHD and addiction recovery. This part-time, on-call position involves conducting sessions in various environments, developing individualized strategies, and maintaining communication with the support team. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Flexibility, empathy, and a valid driver's license are required. Join us to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a specialized area of Mental Health (e.g., Autism, addiction, OCD).
• Relevant certifications or qualifications specific to your coaching specialty.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly face-to-face sessions with clients in needed environments.
• Stay attuned to client progress and adapt approaches for improvement.
• Utilize expertise to design and implement individualized strategies.
• Support clients in practicing life-skills: scheduling, budgeting, organizing, goals.
• Perform home visits to assess living environments and safety needs.
• Assist with medication counts and adherence as outlined in care plans.
• Administer random toxicology screens if required by care plan.
• Engage in recovery-related activities and personal development with clients.
• Provide phone support for clients outside of in-person sessions.
• Maintain clear communication with Case Management and Clinical teams.
• Document sessions, interactions and observations promptly and accurately.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Problem solving

Coaching/mentoring experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

CPR certification

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Coach - Santa Barbara (Camden Center)

Camden Case Management offers personalized management services for individuals facing mental health and/or addiction challenges. Our multidisciplinary team supports clients at every stage of healing, creating flexible, individualized reintegration plans within a comprehensive support structure. The Coach role focuses on supporting clients in overcoming specific challenges such as ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum disorder, addiction recovery, or emotional regulation. Specialized Coaches work intensively in their area of expertise, providing targeted strategies while supporting overall life‑skills and reintegration goals.

Coaches are backed by a full support team, including two Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs) and the Camden Case Management leadership team. Weekly support meetings ensure consistent guidance, collaboration, and professional development. The role is part‑time, per‑diem, and client‑driven—assignments are based on matching the coach’s expertise to client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly face‑to‑face sessions with clients in environments where support is needed (home, community, public spaces).
• Stay attuned to client progress in the specialized area and adapt approaches to ensure continuous improvement.
• Utilize specialized expertise to design and implement individualized strategies for client progress.
• Support clients in practicing life‑skills such as scheduling, budgeting, organizing, goal‑setting, and follow‑through.
• Conduct home visits to assess and support the client’s living environment.
• Assist with medication counts and adherence as outlined in the client’s care plan.
• Administer random toxicology screens if required by the care plan.
• Engage in recovery‑related and personal development activities with clients (exercise, grocery shopping, 12‑step meetings, community building).
• Provide phone support for clients outside of in‑person sessions.
• Maintain clear, ongoing communication with Case Management, Medical, and Clinical teams to ensure consistent client care.
• Document all sessions, interactions, and notable observations promptly and accurately.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a specialized area of Mental Health (e.g., Autism, addiction, OCD).
• Relevant certifications or qualifications specific to your coaching specialty.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with clients.
• Critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills for creating effective client strategies.
• Ability to adapt coaching style to meet diverse client needs.
• Previous experience in coaching, mentoring, or working directly with individuals or groups.
• Commitment to supporting others in achieving their goals and personal growth.
• MUST have a valid driver’s license and be willing to transport clients when needed.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing further education in mental health, counseling, addiction, or coaching studies.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Problem‑solving skills to address potential issues proactively.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
• Experience in mental health treatment, recovery, or coaching is highly preferred.
• Ability to remain empathetic, professional, and composed in stressful or crisis situations.

Job Details

Job Type: On‑call / as needed (based on client availability)

Experience: 1 year in a relevant field (Preferred)

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher (Preferred)

This is a W‑2 position. Hours can fluctuate depending on client demand, coverage needs, or seasonal changes. We encourage team members to maintain other employment if hours are reduced.

At Camden Case Management, Coaches play an integral role in supporting clients’ mental health and life goals. If you are passionate about helping others succeed and ready to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.