SLP Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

An SLP, or Speech-Language Pathologist, plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This includes disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing. They use detailed evaluations to create personalized treatment plans that aid in managing these disorders effectively. SLPs work in varied settings like schools, private practices, hospitals, and research labs. Skills such as active listening, critical thinking, patience, empathy, and excellent verbal communication are crucial to their role.

Before becoming an SLP, a person should ideally possess a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and necessary certifications include the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Prior job roles may include a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, where they work under a certified SLP, a Rehabilitation Aide in a healthcare setting, or a Special Education Teacher, where they gain experience working with individuals with communication disorders. These roles help build a strong foundation in understanding and implementing therapeutic techniques and strategies, critical for a successful career as an SLP.

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School Speech Language Pathologist - CCC

  • San Lorenzo, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • San Lorenzo, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Currently, were hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist to work in a school in San Lorenzo, California....

Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Inpatient

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Inpatient We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to join our inpatient care team....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) - Schools

  • San Lorenzo, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Lorenzo, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Language Pathologists (SLPs) for an ASAP 2024-25 school year assignment in San Lorenzo!...

Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 1 day ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Acute Care We are seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to provide care in an acute care setting....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist SLP

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 5 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Travel Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist - $3,139 per week

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

LanceSoft is seeking a travel Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Alameda, California....

School Speech Language Pathologist

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (5 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (5 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Minimum Requirements: Active Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Licensure in thestate of assignment required Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-LanguagePathology (CCC-SLP) preferred and may...

Remote Speech and Language Pathologist Needed in California

  • Albany, CA (12 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Albany, CA (12 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

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SLH Speech Pathologist II

  • San Leandro, CA (11 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA (11 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Speech Language Pathologists must have both a state license and their certificate of clinical competence from ASHA....

Charter School - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Concord, CA (6 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Concord, CA (6 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in providing exceptional therapy services to students in charter schools....

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Job in San Rafael, California

  • San Rafael, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Rafael, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

school district near San Rafael that is seeking a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist for the full upcoming school year....

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Job in Oakland, California

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Soliant is currently working with a great school district near Oakland that is seeking a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist for the full upcoming school year....

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Job in Brentwood, California

  • Brentwood, CA (18 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Brentwood, CA (18 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

school district near Brentwood that is seeking a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist for the full upcoming school year....

Speech Language Pathologist - 25-26

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

We are currently hiring a passionate and collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our student support team in a dynamic school setting....

Demographic Data for Walnut Creek, CA

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SLP Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Get your toddler to talk using SLP designed cartoons
The goal is get your toddler to talk! This course is designed by a speech pathologist, and it is for toddlers that have fewer than 15 words in their vocabulary. The toddler is encouraged to watch...
The Fundamentals of Speech Therapy for Children
Speech-related problems can cause social and mental health problems and even prevent people from living an everyday life. Early detection of these disorders makes their management a lot easier....
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Salary for SLP Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

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Highest Education Level

SLPs in Walnut Creek, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
Doctorate Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by SLPs in Walnut Creek, CA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%