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

Navita Health • Akron, OH

15d • Remote

About The Position

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. Their name, meaning “new life,” reflects their goal for every person they serve. Through compassionate care, real-time access, and innovative technology, Navita Health delivers a personalized, holistic, and coordinated support system. This includes assessments, peer-led services, outpatient care, and digital tools, offering an integrated platform that simplifies the path to healing and empowers individuals to rebuild their lives with confidence. They focus on restoring hope, building sustainable resilience, and helping people embrace a healthier future.
The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Case Manager role is a 1099, contracted position, providing 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.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required
• Active CDCA Certification Required
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• 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
• Reliable Internet is required for remote work
• Ability to manage caseload expectations and documentation timelines

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders preferred
• LCDC II or comparable credential preferred

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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree