Clinical Services Manager Jobs in Illinois
Clinical Services Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital systems, managed care organizations, community health networks, and behavioral health providers, with openings at every level from newly promoted clinical leads to senior directors overseeing multi-site operations. Chicago anchors the market, but Peoria, Rockford, and the broader Chicagoland suburbs also carry consistent volume, with major employers such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and OSF HealthCare regularly seeking managers to lead care coordination, quality improvement, and utilization management programs. Population health management, value-based care oversight, and behavioral health integration are among the most in-demand specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Residential Home Health and Hospice (‘Residential’), we’re looking to add to our extraordinary care team. Our team is seeking a Director of Clinical Services. One to partner with our field staff and leaders, another to partner with our hospital teams to provide the best support to the patients we serve.
With our 20-year track record, Residential is a strong leader in the industry. We are consistently named a Top Workplace by our employees and genuinely care where you are in your career path.
Our high value rewards package:
- Up to 23 paid holiday and personal days off in year one
- 401k plan with matching contributions
- DailyPay: Access your money when you want it!
- Industry-leading 360 You™ benefits program
- Company paid emotional health and wellness support for you and your family
- Adoption assistance
- Access to Ramsey SmartDollar
Certain benefits may vary based on your employment status.
What you’ll do in this role:
- Direct and manage project/program development from beginning to end.
- Supervise and develop the Clinical Supervisors
- Direct and manage global needs of After Hours for all Hospice entities/branches.
- Define the scope, goals and deliverables that support the business goals in collaboration with the VP of Clinical Operations.
- Develop, organize and recruit new business.
- Participates as needed in the budget preparation for program development.
- Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
- Gather and work with others to analyze organization-wide data and report to VP of Clinical Operations or designee.
- Assist with identifying areas for improvement and report to VP of Clinical Operations in a systematic way.
- Work with improvement teams to set aims, determine outcome measures, help identify changes to test, and determine process measures and help the team until desired outcome is achieved.
- Provide technical improvement skills and coaching to teams as needed.
- Ensure that team is documenting progress and activities.
- Reviews and evaluates existing clerical and administrative policies and practices to determine if current methods provide the means for the staff to carry out their responsibilities and achieve projected goals.
- Participates in the review, analysis, and appraisal of the effectiveness of the total Agency program.
- Supervises job classifications and job descriptions of professional personnel.
- Selects and maintains a qualified, well-organized staff to provide care for the needs of the patients.
- Establishes staffing patterns, which reflect the quality and quantity of various personnel necessary to plan, provide, and supervise the care rendered to patients and families.
- Establishes methods for coordination of care and services.
- Gives leadership in promoting and maintaining standards for giving good quality care by all members of the patient care team.
We are looking for a compassionate Hospice Director of Clinical Services with:
- Licensed RN or BSN with current state license
- Minimum of 2 years of Hospice experience
- Minimum 1 year of supervisor experience
- Familiarity with all regulations pertaining to Hospice operation to ensure compliance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is part of our background process, which includes medical and recreational marijuana.
By supplying your phone number, you agree to receive communication via phone or text.
By submitting your application, you are confirming that you are legally authorized to work in the United States.
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At Residential Home Health and Hospice (‘Residential’), we’re looking to add to our extraordinary care team. Our team is seeking a Director of Clinical Services. One to partner with our field staff and leaders, another to partner with our hospital teams to provide the best support to the patients we serve.
With our 20-year track record, Residential is a strong leader in the industry. We are consistently named a Top Workplace by our employees and genuinely care where you are in your career path.
Our high value rewards package:
- Up to 23 paid holiday and personal days off in year one
- 401k plan with matching contributions
- DailyPay: Access your money when you want it!
- Industry-leading 360 You™ benefits program
- Company paid emotional health and wellness support for you and your family
- Adoption assistance
- Access to Ramsey SmartDollar
Certain benefits may vary based on your employment status.
What you’ll do in this role:
- Direct and manage project/program development from beginning to end.
- Supervise and develop the Clinical Supervisors
- Direct and manage global needs of After Hours for all Hospice entities/branches.
- Define the scope, goals and deliverables that support the business goals in collaboration with the VP of Clinical Operations.
- Develop, organize and recruit new business.
- Participates as needed in the budget preparation for program development.
- Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
- Gather and work with others to analyze organization-wide data and report to VP of Clinical Operations or designee.
- Assist with identifying areas for improvement and report to VP of Clinical Operations in a systematic way.
- Work with improvement teams to set aims, determine outcome measures, help identify changes to test, and determine process measures and help the team until desired outcome is achieved.
- Provide technical improvement skills and coaching to teams as needed.
- Ensure that team is documenting progress and activities.
- Reviews and evaluates existing clerical and administrative policies and practices to determine if current methods provide the means for the staff to carry out their responsibilities and achieve projected goals.
- Participates in the review, analysis, and appraisal of the effectiveness of the total Agency program.
- Supervises job classifications and job descriptions of professional personnel.
- Selects and maintains a qualified, well-organized staff to provide care for the needs of the patients.
- Establishes staffing patterns, which reflect the quality and quantity of various personnel necessary to plan, provide, and supervise the care rendered to patients and families.
- Establishes methods for coordination of care and services.
- Gives leadership in promoting and maintaining standards for giving good quality care by all members of the patient care team.
We are looking for a compassionate Hospice Director of Clinical Services with:
- Licensed RN or BSN with current state license
- Minimum of 2 years of Hospice experience
- Minimum 1 year of supervisor experience
- Familiarity with all regulations pertaining to Hospice operation to ensure compliance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is part of our background process, which includes medical and recreational marijuana.
By supplying your phone number, you agree to receive communication via phone or text.
By submitting your application, you are confirming that you are legally authorized to work in the United States.
JR# JR259444
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical services manager jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Registered Nurse license or LCSW issued by IDFPR preferred for clinical leadership roles
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, health administration, or a related clinical field required
- Minimum three to five years of direct clinical experience in a healthcare setting
- Demonstrated experience supervising clinical staff or managing a care delivery program
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong knowledge of Illinois Medicaid managed care regulations and accreditation standards
Clinical Services Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical services manager in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers require a clinical license such as a Registered Nurse license or Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, both issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Alongside licensure, a bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or health administration is standard, and many larger systems prefer a master's degree. Candidates typically move into the role after several years of direct clinical practice, often in care coordination, case management, or charge nurse positions within Illinois hospital or managed care settings.
Which companies hire clinical services managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring clinical services managers in Illinois right now include Northwestern Medicine, State of Illinois, and University of Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's concentration of large integrated health systems and managed care organizations means sustained, year-round demand rather than seasonal bursts.
Which Illinois cities have the most clinical services manager jobs?
Chicago, Urbana, and Orland Park account for the highest concentration of clinical services manager openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates given its density of academic medical centers, health insurance headquarters, and large hospital networks, while surrounding suburbs and mid-sized cities like Peoria and Rockford generate steady volume through regional health systems and federally qualified health centers serving those communities.
Are there remote clinical services manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely administrative fields because the role often requires on-site supervision of clinical staff and direct program oversight. About 38% of clinical services manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting a market where flexibility exists but is not the norm. Utilization review, care management, and quality improvement functions are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a clinical services manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a staff clinical role into a care coordinator or case manager position, which Illinois employers such as Advocate Health and Centene's Illinois managed care plans use as a direct pipeline into management. Earning a Certified Case Manager credential or completing a leadership development program, several of which Northwestern Medicine and Rush University Medical Center offer internally, gives candidates a measurable edge. Targeting supervisory vacancies on inpatient units or in outpatient care management departments, where Illinois employers routinely promote from within, is the most direct route for those without prior management titles.
Where can I find and apply to clinical services manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to clinical services manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the listings, identify roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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