SUD Targeted Case Manager: Ohio Licensed (SUD) and Mental Health (Co-occurring), 1099 Roll

Who is Navita Health?

Navita Health is a next-generation behavioral health company committed to transforming the way people experience recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health challenges. Our name, meaning “new life,” is exactly what we aim to create for every person we serve.

Through compassionate care, real-time access, and innovative technology, we deliver a personalized, holistic, and coordinated support system. Whether it's through assessments, peer-led services, outpatient care, or digital tools, Navita Health offers an integrated platform that simplifies the path to healing and empowers individuals to rebuild their lives with confidence.

We don’t just treat symptoms—we restore hope, build sustainable resilience, and help people embrace a healthier future.

Position Overview

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Case Manager role is a 1099, contracted roll (not eligible for benefits), and provides comprehensive, recovery-oriented case management services to individuals with substance use disorders, including those with co-occurring mental health conditions. 

This role focuses on care coordination, resource linkage, advocacy, and ongoing support to promote treatment engagement, stability, and long-term recovery. Services are delivered in accordance with agency policies, Medicaid requirements, and applicable state and accreditation standards. The role is a remote, telehealth position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing assessments related to substance use, recovery needs, and social determinants of health.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to develop and update individualized service plans.
• Coordinate services with therapists, medical providers, recovery residences, courts, probation/parole, and community partners.
• Link clients to housing, employment, transportation, benefits, medical care, and recovery support.
• Provide recovery-oriented, person-centered case management services.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record.
• Monitor client safety, relapse risk, and psychosocial stressors.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and required training.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders preferred.
• Active CDCA Certification Required, LCDC II or comparable credential preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.

Work Environment

Telehealth, home office-based, and/or clinical setting.  Reliable Internet is required for remote work.

Local travel may be required, Community-based as needed. 

Ability to manage caseload expectations and documentation timelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Must pass Applicant Background Check
• Strong computer/technology skills to learn and use digital platform for client appointments and notes
• Access to a reliable computer, laptop, or tablet and a mobile device
• Openness and appreciation for diverse backgrounds
• Adherence to boundaries and ethics
• Excellent communication and technical skills, both written, verbal and computer-based