SLP Jobs in Mississippi

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.

1-15 of 163 Jobs

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Philipp, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Philipp, MS
  • 11 days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

Speech Pathologist

  • Philipp, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Philipp, MS
  • 25 days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

Speech Pathologist (Pool)

  • Diamondhead, MS
  • 24 days ago
  • Diamondhead, MS
  • 24 days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,940 per week

  • Moss Point, MS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Moss Point, MS
  • 8 hours ago

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Moss Point, Mississippi....

Job Opportunity: Virtual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Mississippi Company: Soliant Location: Mississippi (Remote) Position: Contract (Full-time preferred) Start: ASAP Overview: Soliant is committed...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 2 days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist Job Description/Summary The Staff Speech Pathologist shall provide quality speech/dysphagia evaluations and treatments to patients with communication and/or swallowing deficits...

Speech Language Pathologist / SLP-CCC or SLP-CFY

  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 2 days ago

Conducting patient and family education Delivering quality speech therapy services Putting patient service first Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Qualifications Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology...

Speech Therapist

  • Heidelberg, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Heidelberg, MS
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications • Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university. • A valid MS Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate...

Speech Pathologist

  • Heidelberg, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Heidelberg, MS
  • 2 days ago

Demonstrable aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities Positive Starter Self- Starter – expresses initiative to perform duties and improve the quality of all district assessment Able to...

Speech Pathologist

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 2 days ago

*Note: If the SLP - CCC certification has not been obtained the candidate must be put into the SLP Clinical Fellow (100910) job....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 3 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST Master's degree or higher from an accredited Speech Language Pathologist program Current Speech Language Pathologist license Current ASHA Certification...

Write and monitor IEP's Provide Speech therapy to students remotely MS SLP Qualifications- Must be a licensed SLP-CCC Must be certified in Mississippi Must be comfortable with a 1099 position Must...

Full-Time Digital Telehealth Speech Pathologist SLP-CCC (School-Based)

  • Starkville, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Starkville, MS
  • 3 days ago

SLP Applicants must be ASHA Certified and be licensed in Mississippi....

Remote Work

100% Fully Remote Speech Language Pathologist Job SLP position in Mississippi Sunbelt is currently working with a school district in Mississippi that is looking for a fully remote Speech Language Pathologist...

Remote Work

We are currently on the market for a licensed Speech Language Pathologist for a full-time digital telehealth position for the 2024-2025 school year in Mississippi....

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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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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This course teaches you how to implement a Mindfulness, Meditation, & Movement Program into your care with seniors and the aging population. The OMindful Program was created through evidence-based...

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Salary for SLP Jobs in Mississippi

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTherapy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for SLP positions.



Highest Education Level

SLPs in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%