Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Joliet, IL

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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Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health PRN

  • Elara Caring
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech Pathologist Registry - Level III and Level IV

  • Silver Cross Hospital
  • New Lenox, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Lenox, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Required Qualifications : Education and Training : Completion of a Masters or Doctorate degree program from an accredited college or university Current CPR certification required Current License as a speech-language...

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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Batavia, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Batavia, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Legacy Healthcare Services
  • Romeoville, IL (9 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (9 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Experience a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) career that's full of joy, purpose, and opportunities to grow....

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Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist NE

  • Advent Health
  • Glendale Heights, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Language Pathologist (SLP) [Required] OR Speech-Language Pathologist - Provisional (SLP-PROV) [Required] OR Speech-Language Pathologist - Temporary (SLP-TEMP) [Required] Physical Requirements: (Please...

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Speech Language Pathologist - Schools- Renewal

  • Amergis
  • Joliet, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Category: Education Job Function: Education | Speech Language Pathologist | Speech Language Pathologist School Job Type: Contract - Full Time Setting: Schools Position Type: Healthcare Office Number...

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PIPELINE- Speech Language Pathologists 26/27 SY

  • Amergis
  • Lisle, IL (18 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (18 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Category: Education Job Function: Education | Speech Language Pathologist | Speech Language Pathologist School Job Type: Contract - Full Time Setting: Schools Position Type: Healthcare Office Number...

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Pediatric Speech Therapist in Aurora, IL

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Step into an engaging contract opportunity as a Speech-Language Pathologist, serving pediatric populations within school-based and teletherapy environments....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Enhance Rehabilitation
  • Oswego, IL (10 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oswego, IL (10 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is currently seeking qualified Speech Language Pathologist to join our dynamic team. As an Enhance Rehabilitation Speech Therapist, you will be a part of growing team....

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SLP - Speech Therapy Part-Time

  • Humana Inc.
  • Joliet, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 7 days ago

Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers - all working together to help patients rehabilitate...

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PRN Speech Language Pathologist - Palos Park

  • Enhance Rehabilitation
  • Palos Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palos Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is currently seeking qualified Speech Language Pathologist to join our dynamic team. As an Enhance Rehabilitation Speech Therapist, you will be a part of growing team....

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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN, Acute Rehabilitation

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Joliet, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 9 days ago

As a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier....

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Speech Language Pathology Job in Aurora, Illinois

  • CompHealth
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Interested in this assignment? Or maybe you still have not found what you are looking for? Contact one of our specialty-specific recruiters to get access to our vast network of open jobs,...

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Pediatric School Speech Pathology

  • Soliant Health
  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Bring your expertise as a Speech-Language Pathologist to a supportive and innovative school environment near Naperville, IL, where your contributions help shape...

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Travel Speech-Language Pathologist in Palos Park, IL

  • Soliant Health
  • Palos Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Palos Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Travel Step into a unique professional journey with this travel opportunity for Speech-Language Pathologists near Palos Park, IL....

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Demographic Data for Joliet, IL

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Joliet, IL

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Joliet, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
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 Joliet, IL
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%