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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for per diem rural hospital ceo in the United States is $82,146.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Per Diem Rural Hospital Ceo vs Per Diem Rural Hospital Medical Director?

AspectPer Diem Rural Hospital CeoPer Diem Rural Hospital Medical Director
CredentialsTypically requires healthcare administration or related degree, leadership experienceMedical degree (MD or DO), medical license, clinical experience
Work EnvironmentExecutive leadership in hospital administration, strategic planningClinical oversight, medical staff coordination, patient care supervision
Employer & Industry UsageHospital administration, healthcare managementMedical staff leadership, clinical governance

The Per Diem Rural Hospital Ceo focuses on overall hospital management and strategic leadership, while the Per Diem Rural Hospital Medical Director concentrates on clinical oversight and medical staff coordination. Both roles are vital in rural healthcare settings but differ in their primary responsibilities and required credentials.

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HOSPITAL CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)

State of Illinois

Chester, IL • On-site

$130K - $154K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


State Of Illinois rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 50 rated states


Job description

Job Requisition ID: 57435 

Opening Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: 08/27/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070) 
Skill Option: Health and Human Services 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $10,835 - $12,835 per month ($130,020 - $154,020 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Randolph
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel Code

Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO) (SPSA, Option 6)

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

A resume and cover letter should be submitted to the Agency contact listed below.

Posting Identification Number: 57435

Position Overview

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) is seeking to hire a Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Chester Mental Health Center. Plans, directs, administers and coordinates mental health services and manages the general, medical, psychiatric, administrative and fiscal functions. Directs, reviews and enforces standards of care and treatment for patients receiving services at the hospital. Directs staff on matters involving the development and management of Chester’s budget. Serves as official spokesperson for the hospital. Interprets department, state and federal policies, regulations and procedures to subordinates, outside official, professional and public groups. Chester Mental Health Center strives to assist patients to achieve their full recovery potential and values culture, safety, recovery, efficiency and quality. 

Essential Functions
  • Serves as the Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Chester Mental Health Center.
  • Directs, reviews, and enforces standards of care and treatment for patients receiving services at the hospital.
  • Directs Fiscal Management staff on matters involving the development and management of Chester’s budget.
  • Serves as official spokesperson for the hospital.
  • Serves as full-line supervisor.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of those enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Requires equivalency to a master’s degree in a health or human services related field.
  • Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the administration of a social services department, organization, facility, or hospital.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Five (5) years of professional experience organizing, administering and evaluating ongoing services in a multi-disciplinary operation.
  • Five (5) years of professional experience interacting with and communicating in oral and written form with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Five (5) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, preparing and signing performance evaluations and approving time off.
  • Five (5) years of professional experience developing and interpreting policies and procedures for a public or private organization.
  • Five (5) years of professional experience working with Federal and State standards and regulations relative to residential care and treatment programs.
  • Five (5) years of professional experience developing strategic plans, long and short-term goals for a residential treatment program. 
Conditions of Employment
  • Requires the ability to serve on-call after business hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotation basis.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
  • Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
  • This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. 

Work Hours:  Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 4:30pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch

Headquarter Location: 1315 Lehman Dr, Chester, Illinois, 62233 

Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

Chester Mental Health Center

Administration
Work County: Randolph
Agency Contact: DHS.DBHR.HR@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services

About the Agency: 

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois.  Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives.  Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois.  Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • A Pension Program
  • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
  • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
  • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
    • Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
  • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
  • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject toa fine.

Statement of Economic Interest:

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE

Please submit a resume and cover letter via email to: DHS.DBHR.HR@Illinois.gov

Application deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026 (11:59pm)


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The State of Illinois is not a traditional company, but rather a governmental entity encompassing diverse agencies and departments that serve the constituents of Illinois. Based in Illinois, United States, this governmental body communicates with its citizens through the official website illinois.gov. The website is a one-stop resource for Illinois residents to access information about the state's services, including education, healthcare, transportation, and public safety, among others.

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Springfield, IL, US

Year founded

2009

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