Remote Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs

Remote Behavioral Health Specialist jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed healthcare teams, and managed care organizations operating without geographic boundaries. Sectors hiring actively include telehealth platforms, employee assistance programs, and community mental health organizations. Employers hiring remotely right now include New Season, Humana, and Wipfli. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles86
Top employerNew Season
Top industryHealthcare
Top credentialMaster's degree in social work
Companies hiring51

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WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Mental Health Clinician I - Behavioral Health Services
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WakeMed Health & Hospitals
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Mental Health Clinician I - Behavioral Health Services
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Raleigh, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Remote (US)
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Independence Blue Cross
Case Mgr Behavioral Health - Remote (PA/NJ/DE)
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Independence Blue Cross
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Case Mgr Behavioral Health - Remote (PA/NJ/DE)
Independence Blue Cross
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Titanium Healthcare
Behavioral Health Care Manager
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Titanium Healthcare
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Behavioral Health Care Manager
Titanium Healthcare
Victorville, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$70k - $80k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in social work
201-500

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WellSense Health Plan
ABA Behavioral Health Utilization Manager (Outpatient and Non-24 Hour Diversionary Services)
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WellSense Health Plan
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ABA Behavioral Health Utilization Manager (Outpatient and Non-24 Hour Diversionary Services)
WellSense Health Plan
Remote
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$70k - $101k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Humana
Behavioral Health Medical Director, Medicaid
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Humana
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Behavioral Health Medical Director, Medicaid
Humana
Kentucky
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$224k - $313k/yr
Remote (US)
Managed care organization experience
10,000+

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Remote Behavioral Health Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • New Season
    New Season15
  • Humana
    Humana11
  • Wipfli
    Wipfli5
  • Lyra Health
    Lyra Health2
  • MaineHealth
    MaineHealth2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance
  • Technology & Software

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote behavioral health specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral health field
  • State licensure or certification such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, CADC, or QMHP
  • Experience conducting biopsychosocial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Avatar
  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices including CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care
  • Crisis intervention training and experience de-escalating individuals in acute behavioral health situations

Tips for Your Remote Behavioral Health Specialist Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote behavioral health specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.

Prove async communication in your application

Remote behavioral health employers read your cover letter and emails as a live sample of your written communication. Write clearly, use structured paragraphs, and show you can document clinical reasoning without prompting. That mirrors what the job actually requires daily.

Name your telehealth and EHR platforms explicitly

Remote employers screen for hands-on experience with specific tools, including telehealth platforms and electronic health record systems. List the platforms you have used by name in your resume so hiring managers do not have to guess whether your experience translates to their tech stack.

Prepare for competency-based remote interviews

Remote behavioral health interviews focus on how you manage caseloads without in-person supervision, handle documentation deadlines, and coordinate care across distributed teams. Prepare concrete examples of cases you managed independently, including how you escalated concerns and maintained compliance remotely.

Remote Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote behavioral health specialist job?

Remote behavioral health specialist roles go to candidates who can demonstrate independent case management, strong written documentation habits, and comfort working within digital care coordination platforms. Employers screen for self-direction because remote behavioral health work requires you to manage caseloads, complete progress notes, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams without in-person supervision. Showing experience with telehealth platforms, EHR systems, and asynchronous communication gives you a clear edge.

Which companies hire remote behavioral health specialists?

Employers currently hiring remote behavioral health specialists include New Season, Humana, and Wipfli, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first telehealth companies, managed behavioral health organizations, and distributed employee assistance program providers make up the largest share of remote openings in this role.

Can you get a remote behavioral health specialist job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level behavioral health roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage cases and navigate care systems with minimal day-to-day oversight. Telehealth platforms and EAP vendors are the most likely to post entry-level remote openings. Completed internships, practicum hours, crisis line volunteering, and fluency with EHR or telehealth software can substitute for direct professional experience and open the door.

Do you need a degree for remote behavioral health specialist jobs?

Usually, but the specific requirement depends on the role and the employer. Most remote behavioral health specialist positions require at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field, and some require licensure. Remote employers also weigh demonstrated clinical documentation skills, telehealth platform experience, and the ability to work within compliance frameworks independently alongside formal credentials.

Which industries hire the most remote behavioral health specialists?

Remote behavioral health specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors hire behavioral health specialists remotely because their service delivery models are built around distributed teams serving geographically dispersed client and employee populations.

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