Healthy Gamer Coaches

WE ARE LOOKING FOR COACHES TO JOIN HEALTHY GAMER

Healthy Gamer Coaches are peer coaches who train with Dr. Alok Kanojia to help gamers struggling to establish a healthy lifestyle. In this role, you will work with clients to help them better understand themselves and achieve their goals. Coaches go through a training curriculum created by Dr. K, and then use a combination of their own personal experiences and digital resources from Healthy Gamer. Coaching sessions are held in a virtual setting, such as on Discord or Zoom. If you are a friendly, detail-oriented person who wants to help others live their best life, we want to hear from you!

NOTE: We are currently limiting applications to those in the United States who are not licensed medical/clinical professionals. We hope to expand our network to serve more people globally in the future! If you are an international applicant and/or a licensed professional, your application will be considered in the future as we work to build a deeper network.

Responsibilities

Complete training (6-12 weeks) with Dr. Alok Kanojia or an appointed administrator to be able to:

Understand the psychology and neurochemistry of video games
Develop interpersonal skills to run an effective coaching session
Enable and facilitate individual goals
Employ reflective listening skills to help clients understand themselves
Direct clients to resources for more serious mental health conditions

Available for at least 20 hours per week for the following coaching responsibilities:

One-on-one coaching sessions and administrative work
Discord community office hours
Weekly supervision or additional training
Group coaching sessions and administrative work

Our Process:

1. Apply

2. Reference Checks

3. Training & Simulations

4. Supervised Coaching

5. Group Moderating

6. One-on-One Coaching

Qualifications and FAQ

Education: Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, social sciences, or other relevant fields preferred
Enjoyment of and respect for video game culture
An intrinsic, inexplicable motivation to help others
High attention to detail
Ability to easily establish a personal connection
Personal experiences in overcoming mental health or life challenges to develop a healthy lifestyle that includes video games
Active in relevant mental health and/or video game communities
Familiarity with a range of video games and gaming platforms
Interest in and ability to understand scientific literature and research
Proficient in relevant technology and software, such as Microsoft Suite, Discord, Calendly, and Zoom

For more general FAQ about the Healthy Gamer Coaching Program, CLICK HERE