Mental Health Coach - Part-time (W2)

Lyra Health; United States; Remote; USD 45,460 - 53,037; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K and retirement benefits

Paid coach development trainings

Monthly technology stipend

Job summary

A mental health solutions provider is seeking a part-time Mental Health Coach to provide coaching sessions via video. You will support clients with their emotional and mental health, utilizing evidence-based practices. The ideal candidate will have an ICF-accredited coaching program background and be committed to culturally responsive care. This role offers competitive pay and a structured schedule with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a comprehensive coaching program accredited by the ICF.
• Completed a minimum of 100 client coaching hours post-graduation.
• Ability to commit to a regular weekly schedule of approximately 24 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term coaching sessions via video.
• Support clients in exploring their emotions and mental health.
• Participate in ongoing clinical consultation for appropriate care.

Skills

Coaching empathy

Emotional support

Culturally responsive care

Communication skills

Technological proficiency

Education

ICF‑certified coaching program

Job description

Base pay range

$33.00/hr - $38.50/hr

About Lyra
Lyra Health is the leading provider of mental health solutions for employers supporting more than 20 million people globally. The company has delivered 13 million sessions of mental health care, published more than 20 peer‑reviewed studies, and delivered unmatched outcomes in terms of access, clinical effectiveness and cost efficiency. Extensive peer‑reviewed research confirms Lyra’s transformative care model helps people recover twice as fast and results in a 26% annual reduction in overall healthcare claims costs. Lyra is transforming access to life‑changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, the only fully integrated, AI‑powered platform combining the highest‑quality care and technology solutions.

About The Role
Lyra’s Mental Health Coaches are part of our innovative video and text based coaching program called Lyra Care Coaching. This program blends live video sessions with between‑session digital lessons and content. We provide our state‑of‑the‑art technology platform and the clients so you can focus on what you do best: offering high‑quality mental health coaching.

Daily: As a part‑time Mental Health Coach, you'll provide short‑term, evidence‑based coaching sessions with adults via video.

• Support clients around their emotional and mental health by practicing empathy, holding a warm, safe space, exploring difficult emotions, focusing on coaching the person rather than trying to solve or fix the problem, and offering research‑backed skills and practices
• Share digital lessons, activities, and assessments with your clients between video‑based sessions to enhance learning and monitor client improvement
• Work a structured part‑time schedule hosting a minimum of 16 client sessions and working approximately 24 hours per week
• Engage in ongoing clinical consultation with Lyra’s expert clinical team who will help you ensure clients are in the right form of care
• Participate in continuing education and ongoing peer consultation with fellow coaches
• Meet regularly with your Supervisor for 1:1s, session reviews, and ongoing performance support to ensure high quality outcomes, Lyra model integration, and continued growth and development
• In your first month: Enjoy comprehensive onboarding with dedicated live training sessions and self‑study to thoughtfully ramp up to full client caseload of 16 sessions per week while deepening your coaching practice

An important note: Lyra's clients come from a multitude of different backgrounds and experiences, and have varying needs and abilities. We strive to continue to meet their unique needs by delivering culturally responsive care—an approach that accounts for the impact of cultural backgrounds on each person’s care experience.

Regularly: Lyra supports your growth with our paid ICF‑certified Mental Health Coaching training and ongoing coach development opportunities, amplifying your current skill set. Lyra coaches also enjoy the diverse coaching community by connecting with peers in group consultations and attending community events.

Coaches Who Do Well In This Role Can Demonstrate

• The ability to coach the person, not the problem
• Skill in holding space for emotions through warmth, empathy and a person‑focused approach
• Open to learning and practicing acceptance
• The ability to authentically connect and be present with your clients in the moment
• A desire for continuous growth and development, and willingness to receive feedback
• Are able to navigate program changes and technology adeptly

Qualifications

• Graduated from a comprehensive coaching program (ACTP, ACSTH, Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3) accredited by the ICF or hold an ICF‑credential (ACC, PCC, MCC)
• Completed a minimum of 100 client coaching hours and at least one year post graduation
• Able to commit to a regular weekly schedule approximately 24 hours per week and comfortable seeing a caseload of 16+ adult clients weekly
• Commitment and willingness to provide culturally responsive care to your clients
• Willingness to learn new approaches to coaching and integrate Lyra’s evidence‑based Mental Health Coaching model into your practice
• Skilled at supporting clients’ to connect with and explore difficult emotions and experiences
• Ability to hold a safe, compassionate space to invite exploration of clients’ emotions
• Skilled at holding space for emotions through warmth, empathy and utilizing a person focused approach
• Ability to build rapport and trust
• Ability to authentically connect and be present with your client in the moment
• Confident using various technological platforms including video conferencing and learning new technical formats quickly
• Eager to join a rapidly growing business and comfortable with processes that evolve quickly
• Full‑time resident of the United States

Benefits

• Competitive base pay for your session work and administrative work
• Competitive time off with pay policies, including vacation time, sick days, and company holidays
• Access to 401K and retirement benefits
• Paid coach development trainings every year
• A caseload of motivated clients from diverse industries and backgrounds
• Access to coaching and therapy services for you and your dependents and Lyra’s library of well‑being and self‑care resources
• A new Chromebook, dedicated business support from Operations, HR, and IT professionals, and a monthly technology stipend
• We like to spread joy throughout the year with well‑being perks and activities, surprise swag, regular community celebration… and more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal information will be processed as per the Lyra Health Workforce Privacy Notice. Through this application, to the extent permitted by law, we will collect personal information from you including, but not limited to, your name, email address, gender identity, employment information, and phone number for the purposes of recruiting and assessing suitability, aptitude, skills, qualifications, and interests for employment with Lyra. We may also collect information about your race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, which is considered sensitive personal information under the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) and special category data under the UK and EU GDPR. Providing this information is optional and completely voluntary, and if you provide it you consent to Lyra processing it for the purposes as described at the point of collection, for example for diversity and inclusion initiatives. If you are a California resident and would like to limit how we use this information, please use the Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information form. This information will only be retained for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as described above. Please note that Lyra does not “sell” or “share” personal information as defined by the CPRA. Outside of the United States, for example in the EU, Switzerland and the UK, you may have the right to request access to, or a copy of, your personal information, including in a portable format; request that we delete your information from our systems; object to or restrict processing of your information; or correct inaccurate or outdated personal information in our systems. These rights may be subject to legal limitations. To exercise your data privacy rights outside of the United States, please contact [e-mail]. For more information about how we use and retain your information, please see our Workforce Privacy Notice.
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The anticipated starting base pay range for a Mental Health Coach role at Lyra is $33.00 - $38.50 per hour. The base pay range is determined by a number of job‑related factors, including but not limited to the role, your skills, qualifications, and location.