Experienced Chat-Based Youth Mental Health Coach – Transforming Lives through Empathetic Support
At arenaflex, we're on a mission to revolutionize youth mental health by providing accessible, life-changing coaching to every middle and high school student in the U.S. We're seeking compassionate, tech-savvy, and flexible individuals to join our team as chat-based mental health coaches. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and want to share your coaching skills with youth, we invite you to apply for this groundbreaking opportunity.
About arenaflex
arenaflex is a seed-stage EdTech startup dedicated to tackling the youth mental wellness crisis. Our team of educators, coaches, and education tech experts is driven by a shared vision of providing every young person with free, high-quality coaching. We're committed to creating a supportive community that empowers students to thrive and reach their full potential.
The Role
As a chat-based mental health coach at arenaflex, you'll play a vital role in supporting young people through our innovative online platform. You'll provide on-demand and weekly coaching to students from diverse and historically marginalized communities, using empathy and awareness to create a safe and non-judgmental space for them to express themselves.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide on-demand and weekly coaching to young people through our chat platform, using established protocols and guidelines.
- Use empathy and awareness to support students from diverse and historically marginalized communities.
- Continuously learn and adapt to new online platforms and tools with ongoing training and support.
- Collaborate with licensed Coach Supervisors to ensure the highest level of support and care for students.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance your coaching skills and stay up-to-date with best practices.
Coaching Hours & Flexibility
We understand that life can be unpredictable, and we adapt to the needs of our students accordingly. As a chat-based mental health coach, you'll work flexible hours during school hours (8am-6pm EST / 5am-3pm PST), with the possibility of supporting students 1-3 hours a week or sometimes not at all. This means you'll have the freedom to balance your coaching work with other responsibilities and commitments.
What You'll Need
* Experience in mental health, youth work, or coaching, with a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by young people.
- Reliable laptop or computer (no tablets or cell phones) and internet with a minimum 50 mbps download speed.
- A quiet, distraction-free workspace that allows you to focus on your coaching work.
- Must reside and be in the U.S. for the duration of your contract with arenaflex.
Certification Program
If you're new to coaching, don't worry! We offer the arenaflex Coach Certification Program, a comprehensive 24-hour training program that covers the fundamentals of chat-based mental health coaching. Our program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role.
Application Process
* Submit a written application that showcases your experience, skills, and passion for youth mental health coaching.
- Complete a Wedge (video) interview that allows us to get to know you better.
- Participate in a live group interview that simulates our coaching environment.
- Provide 2 professional references that can speak to your coaching experience and skills.
- Pass a background check to ensure the safety and well-being of our students.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join us in this groundbreaking, impactful work and help transform youth mental health. Apply today to become a chat-based mental health coach at arenaflex and be part of a team that's dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
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Why arenaflex?
* Mission-driven culture: We're a team of passionate individuals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of young people.
- Flexible work arrangements: We understand that life can be unpredictable, and we offer flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your coaching work with other responsibilities and commitments.
- Ongoing training and support: We're committed to helping you grow and develop as a coach, with ongoing training and support that ensures you have the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.
- Competitive compensation and benefits: We offer competitive compensation and benefits that recognize your hard work and dedication to our mission.
- Opportunities for career growth: We're a growing organization that offers opportunities for career growth and development, whether you're interested in coaching, education, or other areas of EdTech.
Don't miss this opportunity to join a team that's dedicated to transforming youth mental health. Apply now to become a chat-based mental health coach at arenaflex and start making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. Apply for this job