SLP Jobs in Jefferson City, MO

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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Missouri Teletherapy School Speech-Language Pathologist Position

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Missouri Teletherapy School Speech-Language Pathologist Position Job Type: 1099 Contract Position Overview: Work with us as a Teletherapy School Speech-Language Pathologist and make a lasting...

School Speech-Language Pathologist Teletherapy position in Missouri

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 4 days ago

Work with us as a Teletherapy School Speech-Language Pathologist, providing high-quality speech and language therapy services to school-aged children through our secure telehealth platform....

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - Acute Care/Inpatient Rehab

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 14 days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Speech Language Pathologist (SLP or SLP-P) licensure by the Missouri Commission for Speech-Language Pathologists....

Missouri Speech Language Pathologist SLP near Jefferson City

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Soliant is working with an excellent school district near Location near (Jefferson City, MO) that needs a SLP for the 2025- school year....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Ashland, MO (21 miles from Jefferson City, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ashland, MO (21 miles from Jefferson City, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

Speech-Language Pathologists provide personalized instruction and feedback to support skill development and functional improvement....

Speech Therapist

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 20 days ago

Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of speech therapy in which they can participate....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 24 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 24 days ago

Speech-language therapy plays an essential role in the home health model of care....

Missouri - Remote Speech Language Pathologist Opening

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 26 days ago

a Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide virtual services for a school district in Missouri....

Remote Work

Speech Language Pathologist - CONTRACTOR

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 26 days ago

The Speech-Language Pathologist Contractor will focus on students' individual needs as defined by each student's Individualized Education Program....

NEW Virtual Speech Language Pathologist Opportunity (School Based ) - Jefferson City, MO

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 27 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 27 days ago

Deliver speech and language therapy through our teletherapy platform, focusing on articulation, fluency, and language skills....

PRN Speech Language Pathologist (H)-PRN

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago

: Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathologist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: ......

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Opening in Jefferson City, MO

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Opening in Jefferson City, MO Jefferson City, MO Today CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is seeking a licensed Speech Therapist to join a school district...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Needed Now in Jefferson City, MO

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Needed Now in Jefferson City, MO Jefferson City, MO 2 days ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is urgently seeking a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist...

SLP (Speech Therapist), Home Health

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 45+ days ago

As a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, you will: Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients in the home or facility Participate in the development and periodic...

Speech Pathologist (SLP) Needed Near California, MO

  • California, MO (24 miles from Jefferson City, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • California, MO (24 miles from Jefferson City, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Speech-Language Pathologist (CFs or CCCs) for a school-based role....

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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 Jefferson City, MO

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Highest Education Level

SLPs in Jefferson City, MO 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 Jefferson City, MO
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%