Mental health coach

Company Description Opus Yoga and Coaching focuses on emotional health and wellness through the principles and practices of yoga and other somatic practices. Clients are guided to build self-awareness, resilience, and healthier coping strategies in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. Opus Yoga and Coaching serves individuals seeking holistic approaches to mental well-being and personal growth, with offerings tailored to different experience levels.

Role Description The Mental Health Coach will provide one-on-one and coaching sessions that integrate yoga-informed practices, mindfulness, and practical tools for emotional wellness. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing client’s wellness, needs, setting collaborative wellness goals, attending client appointments, developing session plans, and documenting progress in a clear, professional manner. The coach will guide clients through grounding techniques, breathwork, and simple movement practices appropriate to their abilities, while offering psychoeducation on stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being.

Additional tasks include coordinating schedules, maintaining confidential client records, and participating in periodic team meetings or trainings. This is a part-time, hybrid role based in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, with a mix of in-person sessions at designated locations and some work-from-home for virtual coaching and administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in mental health or wellness coaching, counseling, or related support roles, with a client-centered and trauma-informed approach.
• Background in yoga, mindfulness, or somatic practices (e.g., yoga teacher training, meditation facilitation, or similar relevant experience).
• Strong communication and active listening skills, including the ability to hold space, ask thoughtful questions, and provide clear, compassionate guidance.
• Solid organizational and time-management abilities, including scheduling, documentation, and follow-up with clients in a timely manner.
• Comfort with technology for virtual coaching (video platforms, electronic notes, secure communication tools) and basic office software.
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and cultural humility when working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Relevant education or training in psychology, social work, coaching, or health sciences is beneficial; certification in coaching or yoga is a plus.
• Ability to work part time in a hybrid format in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, including some evenings or weekends based on client needs.