Remote Director of Behavioral Health Jobs
Remote Director of Behavioral Health jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first health systems, managed care organizations, and distributed behavioral health platforms hiring experienced clinical leaders to oversee programs, staff, and outcomes without a physical office requirement. Employers hiring remotely right now include Concert Health, Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health, and Centene. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Utilization Management Behavioral Health Nurse utilizes behavioral health knowledge and skills to support the coordination, documentation, and communication of medical services and/or benefit administration determinations. The Utilization Management Behavioral Health Nurse work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action. The Utilization Management Behavioral Health Nurse uses clinical knowledge, communication skills, and independent critical thinking skills towards interpreting criteria, policies, and procedures to provide the best and most appropriate treatment, care or services for members. Coordinates and communicates with providers, members, or other parties to facilitate optimal care and treatment. Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas. Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.
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Required Qualifications
- Degree in Nursing
- Must be licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana or Compaq Nursing License with no disciplinary action
- 3+ years of post-degree clinical experience in direct patient care
- 3+ years of Behavioral Health experience
- Proficient with MS Office, navigating multiple systems and platforms and general technical skills to troubleshoot and resolve within a remote environment.
- Ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Behavioral Health UM experience, performing medical necessity reviews against criteria such as MCG, ASAM, InterQual
- Managed Care, Medicaid or health plan experience
Workstyle: Remote Work at Home
Location: Indiana
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00 PM Eastern Time
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$78,400 - $107,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Become a part of our caring community
The Utilization Management Behavioral Health Nurse utilizes behavioral health knowledge and skills to support the coordination, documentation, and communication of medical services and/or benefit administration determinations. The Utilization Management Behavioral Health Nurse work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action. The Utilization Management Behavioral Health Nurse uses clinical knowledge, communication skills, and independent critical thinking skills towards interpreting criteria, policies, and procedures to provide the best and most appropriate treatment, care or services for members. Coordinates and communicates with providers, members, or other parties to facilitate optimal care and treatment. Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas. Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Nursing
- Must be licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana or Compaq Nursing License with no disciplinary action
- 3+ years of post-degree clinical experience in direct patient care
- 3+ years of Behavioral Health experience
- Proficient with MS Office, navigating multiple systems and platforms and general technical skills to troubleshoot and resolve within a remote environment.
- Ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Behavioral Health UM experience, performing medical necessity reviews against criteria such as MCG, ASAM, InterQual
- Managed Care, Medicaid or health plan experience
Workstyle: Remote Work at Home
Location: Indiana
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00 PM Eastern Time
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$78,400 - $107,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Who's Hiring
- Concert Health10
- Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health8
- Centene7
- Optum5
- Guidehealth5
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance10
- Education2
- Technology & Software2
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of behavioral health jobs.
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent clinical credential
- Five or more years of progressively responsible behavioral health program management
- Experience with Medicaid billing, managed care contracts, and behavioral health compliance regulations
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary clinical and administrative teams
- Familiarity with Joint Commission, CARF, or state behavioral health licensure standards
Tips for Your Remote Director of Behavioral Health Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote director of behavioral health openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by program type or clinical population, find the ones that match your background, and apply directly before postings close.
Show your multistate licensing status upfront
Remote employers managing distributed clinical teams prioritize candidates licensed in multiple states. List every active license and its renewal date prominently in your resume header so hiring managers can quickly confirm you can cover their service footprint.
Document async leadership wins in your resume
Remote director roles depend on written communication and asynchronous decision-making. Quantify outcomes you achieved leading teams through video calls, shared dashboards, and documentation systems rather than in-person rounds or staff meetings.
Prepare a remote compliance story for interviews
Remote behavioral health employers ask how you maintain regulatory compliance and clinical quality without physical oversight. Walk interviewers through the specific audit processes, telehealth platforms, and documentation workflows you used to keep programs in good standing.
Remote Director of Behavioral Health Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of behavioral health job?
Remote employers screening director of behavioral health candidates look hardest at two things: your ability to lead clinical teams without in-person oversight and your written communication skills, since most cross-functional coordination happens asynchronously. Candidates who stand out can point to measurable outcomes they drove remotely, comfort with telehealth platforms, and experience managing compliance and quality metrics through distributed teams. Licensing in multiple states is a meaningful edge.
Which companies hire remote director of behavioral healths?
Employers currently hiring remote director of behavioral healths include Concert Health, Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health, and Centene, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first behavioral health companies, national managed care organizations, and digital mental health platforms tend to concentrate the most openings for this role.
Can you get a remote director of behavioral health job with no experience?
Yes, but remote director-level roles are harder to land without experience because employers expect candidates to operate independently from day one with minimal in-person support. Digital mental health startups and smaller remote-first organizations occasionally hire candidates with strong clinical management foundations into director roles. Demonstrating measurable program outcomes, multistate licensure, and comfort leading virtual teams matters more than tenure at a single organization.
Do you need a degree for remote director of behavioral health jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote employers require at minimum a master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related clinical field, and many prefer candidates with licensure at the independent practice level. Where a candidate's formal credentials are lighter, remote employers weigh demonstrated program leadership, strong regulatory compliance knowledge, and a history of improving clinical outcomes across distributed or telehealth settings.
Which industries hire the most remote director of behavioral healths?
Most remote director of behavioral health openings sit in Insurance, Education, and Technology & Software, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire remotely because their clinical and administrative infrastructure is already built around distributed teams, telehealth delivery, and multistate operations.
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