Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Jennings, LA

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), also known as a speech therapist, plays a pivotal role in the therapy industry by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. These disorders may result from a variety of causes such as stroke, brain injury, hearing loss, developmental delay, Parkinson's disease, a cleft palate, or autism. SLPs develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide counseling to patients and their families, keep accurate records, report progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. They work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and research settings.

To become an SLP, one must possess a strong set of skills including excellent communication, patience, compassion, and problem-solving abilities. They require a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and must be licensed in the state they wish to practice. In addition, they should earn a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Before becoming an SLP, a person may work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a special education teacher, or a child development specialist, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

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NEW Full Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Job in Crowley, LA

  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 10 days ago

NEW* Full Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Job in Crowley, LA Crowley, LA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist who is interested...

SLP-CCC Jennings, LA

  • Jennings, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Jennings, LA
  • 10 days ago

SLP-CCC Jennings, LA Jennings, LA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract SLP-CCC Caseload Options: PreK, 6th-8th Soliant Health is seeking a highly qualified and passionate Speech-Language...

Speech Pathologist SLP Opening Near Crowley Louisiana

  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 14 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Pathologist Assistant SLPA Opening Near Crowley Louisiana

  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 14 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening SLP Crowley Louisiana

  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Crowley, LA (16 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 14 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Work

Speech Pathologist SLP Opening Near Jennings Louisiana

  • Jennings, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Jennings, LA
  • 18 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Pathologist Assistant SLPA Opening Near Jennings Louisiana

  • Jennings, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Jennings, LA
  • 18 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening SLP Jennings Louisiana

  • Jennings, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Jennings, LA
  • 18 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Work

LA Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Near Jennings

  • Jennings, LA
  • 25 days ago
  • Jennings, LA
  • 25 days ago

Louisiana School Speech Language Pathologist (CCC or CFY). Soliant is seeking a licensed Speech Therapist for a school district near the Jennings area....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Eunice, LA (23 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Eunice, LA (23 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 25 days ago

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsibilities of this job include executing tasks and duties associated with business matters of the District....

Speech Pathologist

  • Eunice, LA (23 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eunice, LA (23 miles from Jennings, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

based speech-language pathologists Preferred Qualification: Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with the identification of children with speech...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Jennings, LA

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Jennings, LA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.7%
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 Speech-Language Pathologists in Jennings, LA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%