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How much do behavioral health coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavioral health coach in the United States is $23.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Behavioral Health Coach vs Mental Health Counselor?

AspectBehavioral Health CoachMental Health Counselor
CredentialsCertifications in health coaching, sometimes state-specific licensesMaster's degree in counseling or psychology, state licensure
Work EnvironmentCommunity programs, wellness centers, private coachingClinics, hospitals, private practices
Employer & IndustryHealth and wellness industry, non-profitsHealthcare, mental health services
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for coaching vs clinical rolesClinical mental health services, therapy roles

Behavioral Health Coaches focus on wellness, motivation, and behavioral change through coaching techniques, often without providing clinical therapy. Mental Health Counselors provide clinical therapy, diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. While both roles support mental well-being, they differ in credentials, work settings, and scope of practice.

What is a Behavioral Health Coach?

A Behavioral Health Coach is a professional who helps individuals improve their mental and emotional well-being by providing guidance, support, and strategies to manage stress, build healthy habits, and overcome challenges. Unlike therapists, behavioral health coaches do not diagnose or treat mental health disorders but instead focus on goal-setting, motivation, and practical techniques for positive change. They often work with clients dealing with anxiety, stress, lifestyle changes, or those wanting to enhance their overall emotional resilience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Behavioral Health Coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Behavioral Health Coach, you need a solid understanding of behavioral health principles, motivational interviewing, and often a relevant certification such as NBC-HWC or training in counseling or psychology. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, electronic health records, and evidence-based coaching frameworks is typically required. Exceptional active listening, empathy, and communication skills help build trust and effectively support client progress. These competencies are crucial for empowering clients, ensuring ethical practice, and delivering measurable improvements in mental well-being.

How do Behavioral Health Coaches typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals?

Behavioral Health Coaches often work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, primary care providers, and psychiatrists. Collaboration usually involves sharing updates on client progress, coordinating care plans, and ensuring that support strategies align with each client’s broader treatment goals. This teamwork helps provide holistic care and ensures clients receive consistent, well-rounded support throughout their wellness journey.
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Infographic showing various Behavioral Health Coach job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,790 per year, or $23.5 per hour.

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Posted 23 days ago


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Arizona Youth & Family Services, Inc. (AYFS) of Phoenix, AZ is looking to hire a part-time Behavior Health Coach to join our nonprofit organization. Are you interested in exploring a career in social work or psychology? Do you want a job that provides meaningful services to children and their families? Would you like to join a behavioral health nonprofit that truly values helping others? If so, please read on!

This behavioral health position earns a competitive salary depending on skills, education, and experience. We also offer mileage reimbursement, extensive training, and leadership development opportunities. If you are looking for an opportunity in the social services field, at a nonprofit agency, serving youth and families, apply today!


ABOUT ARIZONA YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES, INC.

AYSF is a nonprofit, outpatient, community behavioral health agency currently serving children, adolescents, and families throughout Maricopa County. Services provided through AYFS include home-based crisis management, outpatient counseling, medication management and education, one-to-one Behavior Health Coaching, case management, parent support, and psycho-educational programs. We deliver our services in a strength-based, culturally sensitive, and family-focused manner to enable children and families to be more successful in their home, school, and community. Overall, AYFS strives to make a positive difference in the lives of children by fostering happy, healthy families and enriching lives by providing the right level of care at the right time and in the right setting.

AYFS actively seeks highly qualified and motivated individuals to join our team. In order to support our employees, we provide a challenging, dynamic work experience in which excellence in achievement is promoted and recognized. We also offer competitive compensation to show our appreciation to our dedicated staff who work hard to make a difference in the lives of children and families in Arizona.


A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BEHAVIOR HEALTH COACH

As a Behavior Health Coach, you play an essential role in acting as a "first responder" by putting treatment plans into action to prevent a child's behavior from escalating. When a therapist or child and family set goals, you directly help the family achieve those goals as well as get to observe and experience the challenges and progress being made. To do this, you work one-on-one with children in their homes, school, or the community. You collaborate with their parents or guardians and the child and family team. You then develop and teach age-appropriate interventions based on what you believe will work best with each individual client.

After teaching the behavioral interventions to your clients, you reinforce follow through and track your findings. You complete all necessary documentation as well as partake in weekly supervision and scheduled training to continuously improve your skills in the field. The work you do is important and is often used to prevent hospitalization and assist a child in transitioning to a lower level of care once they start making progress. You love having a job that makes a difference in the lives of the children and families that you serve, and this is why you thrive in this position in the behavioral health field!


QUALIFICATIONS FOR A BEHAVIOR HEALTH COACH

  • Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, child development, education, or a related field
  • 1+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, or families with behavioral difficulties
  • Knowledge about behavioral interventions such as behavior contracts, positive reinforcement, etc.

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Are you able to work both independently and as part of a team? Can you balance multiple tasks while demonstrating good time management? Do you enjoy helping others? Can you remain positive and professional in stressful situations? Do you have empathy for others? If so, you may be perfect for this behavioral health position at our youth and family services agency!


WORK SCHEDULE

A part-time Behavior Health Coach position at AYFS includes non-traditional work hours. Typical schedules require staff to work with clients between 3 PM - 9 PM, but hours are dependent on client(s) needs and requests.


READY TO JOIN OUR YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a quick and easy application process. If you think you have the right fit for this Behavior Health Coach position and are interested in learning and growing in our family services nonprofit, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!