Mental Health Coach

Blend; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing mental health for athletes and youth. As a Mental Health Coach, you will empower individuals through personalized coaching and mental wellness education. This role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to integrate mental health strategies into athletic programs, ensuring athletes thrive both in and out of sport. With a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional development, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of mental health coaching. If you're passionate about athlete well-being and mental health advocacy, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Clinical Support and Mentorship

Competitive Pay

Remote Work Options

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field required.
• Strong understanding of mental wellness and performance techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group coaching sessions focused on mental health.
• Develop personalized coaching plans and wellness strategies.

Skills

Mental Wellness

Performance Anxiety Management

Stress Management

Active Listening

Collaborative Teamwork

Cognitive-Behavioral Skills

Mindfulness Techniques

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology

Master’s Degree in a Related Field

Job description

About Us: Blend is a mental health coaching company dedicated to strengthening mental health through education, awareness, and support. We integrate mental health foundations with performance excellence, helping athletes thrive both in and out of sport.

Job Overview: We are seeking a talented, compassionate, and motivated Mental Health Coach to join our growing team. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about human and athlete well-being, mental skills training, and performance psychology. The Mental Health Coach will deliver individual and small-group coaching sessions, provide mental wellness education, and support athletes in building resilience, managing performance pressure, and enhancing mental health skills.

The Mental Health Coach will operate within a coaching framework in close collaboration with senior clinicians and the broader Blend team. While this role focuses on non-clinical support, supervision of hours can be available. Mental Health Coaches are expected to refer clients to therapeutic or clinical services when appropriate.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group coaching sessions focused on mental health education, mental skills training, and performance enhancement.
• Develop personalized coaching plans and wellness strategies in collaboration with the client and team leadership.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with HIPAA and company policies.
• Provide recommendations and referrals for higher levels of clinical care when appropriate.
• Collaborate with coaches, trainers, and other support staff to integrate mental health strategies into athletic programs.
• Stay current with best practices in mental skills training, sports psychology, and mental wellness.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, coaching, kinesiology, social sciences, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of mental wellness, performance anxiety, stress management, and mental resilience techniques.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, with a growth mindset.
• Ability and willingness to work on nights and weekends based on client needs.
• Passion for mental health advocacy and athlete well-being.
• Familiarity with cognitive-behavioral skills, mindfulness techniques, and mental performance strategies.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to balance multiple clients and responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field or licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CMPC, or equivalent).
• Certification or progress toward a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) credential.
• Experience working with athletes or sports teams.
• Former experience as an athlete, particularly at the high school, collegiate, or professional level.
• Experience conducting psychoeducational workshops or designing mental wellness programs.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically, and potentially internationally.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Understanding of cultural and diversity issues related to sports and mental health.

Why Join Blend?

• Mission-driven impact on youth and athlete mental health.
• Flexible, collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to shape and grow within a fast-expanding, innovative company.
• Professional development, clinical support, and mentorship opportunities.
• Competitive, experience-based pay that reflects your skills and contributions.
• Remote work options.

Join us in empowering athletes to achieve mental and emotional strength both on and off the field!