Youth Mental Health Coach

tapouts•Los Angeles, CA

8d•Remote

About The Position

tapouts is seeking energetic, experienced Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) coaches to lead live online group sessions for youth ages 4–16. Coaches create fun, engaging, and emotionally safe virtual environments where children build confidence, self-regulation, and connection with peers. The position is remote and is a part-time independent 1099 contractor role, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. Coaches must be available for at least 10 hours per week within the stated coaching hours. Applicants must complete a short video interview as part of the recruitment process; applications cannot move forward without it.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work, or a related field (mandatory).
At least 2 years of experience leading live group sessions with children in a virtual or online setting.
At least 5 years of experience designing or leading structured group sessions or programs for children.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfort using Zoom and Google Suite as day-to-day coaching tools.
Availability for a minimum of 10 hours per week within the stated coaching hours: 1–8 p.m. PT during weekdays and 6 a.m.–8 p.m. PT during weekends.
Fast, reliable internet connection and a quiet working space.
Completion of a short video interview is required to advance in the recruitment process.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
SEL, coaching, or mental-health-specific certification strongly preferred (e.g., ICF, IPEC, PPS Credential, CASEL, or Mental Health First Aid).

Responsibilities

Lead live online SEL group sessions for youth ages 4–16.
Deliver structured social-emotional learning activities and games that build self-awareness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills.
Build positive relationships with participants and foster an inclusive, emotionally safe group space.
Manage group dynamics and respond calmly to behavioral or emotional disruptions during live sessions.
Monitor and assess individual and group progress.