SLP Jobs in West Virginia

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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Speech Therapist

  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 29 days ago
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 29 days ago

Responsibilities: As a Speech Language Pathologist, you help patients get their power back....

2 - Speech Language Pathologists - ANTICIPATED

  • Wheeling, WV
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 1 hour ago

Position Type: Summer Programs/Speech Language Pathologist/Speech Assistant Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Ritchie Elementary School County: Ohio County Schools Job Posting #: 39520 DATE POSTED: April...

PRN Speech Language Pathologist SLP

  • Fayetteville, WV
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fayetteville, WV
  • 1 hour ago

Speech Language Pathologist CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a PRN opening for a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Fayetteville Healthcare Center, where our...

Performance Responsibilities: Oversee and Implementation of speech therapy Summer Program Organize and monitor the delivery of educational based on critical needs to enrolled children Communicate regularlyy...

Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Job

  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 19 hours ago
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 19 hours ago

language pathologist with Jackson Therapy Partners, youll get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Paying up to $2,276/week

  • Belington, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Belington, WV
  • 1 day ago

Vivian is looking for Travel Speech Language Pathologist Therapys in Belington, West Virginia paying up to $2,276/week At Vivian, we ensure your next step is a step forward....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 1 day ago

Speech Language Pathologist - South Charleston, WV (#M8611296 ) Location: South Charleston, WV Employment Type: Per-Diem Hourly Rate: $50.62 About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing: Greenlife Healthcare...

Itinerant Speech Language Pathologist

  • WV
  • 2 days ago
  • WV
  • 2 days ago

  Additional Information: Show/Hide Itinierant Speech Language Pathologist/Home base Madison Elementary Speech Language Pathologist certification required...

EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR: Speech Language Pathologist JobID: 39900 Position Type: Summer Programs/Speech Language Pathologist/Speech Assistant Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: Parkersburg South High School...

Student - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), the Speech-Language Pathology Student organizes and provides speech-language services for the agency to facilitate rehabilitation...

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,918 per week

  • Belington, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Belington, WV
  • 2 days ago

Posted job title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) SNF / LTC...

Openings as of 4/9/2025 Contracted Itinerant Speech Language Pathologist Extended School Year Summer 2025 JobID: 22450 Position Type: Contracted Services Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Elk Center Elementary...

Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 3 days ago

Participates in the Performance Improvement program of the Rehabilitation Services department with emphasis on speech therapy, to assure the delivery of appropriate, timely, and cost-effective services...

Speech Pathologist-WVU Childrens Hospital-PRN

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 4 days ago

Participates in the Performance Improvement program of the Rehabilitation Services department with emphasis on speech therapy, to assure the delivery of appropriate, timely, and cost-effective services...

Speech Language Pathologist 001-046-I

  • Mason, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Mason, WV
  • 4 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist 001-046-I JobID: 15159 Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech Language Pathologist Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Central Office Itinerant Date Available: 2024/2025...

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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....
Mindfulness Meditation Practitioner Training, MBSR
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 West Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for SLP positions.



Highest Education Level

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