Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Illinois

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 Pathologist

  • Stillman Valley, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stillman Valley, IL
  • 45+ days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Oregon, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oregon, IL
  • 60+ days ago

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

Speech Pathologist (Pool)

  • Belleville, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 30+ days ago

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

What youll do Provide speech-language teletherapy Participate in IEP meetings Complete comprehensive case reports Exercise strong communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with...

School Speech Language Pathologist - CCC

  • Morris, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Morris, IL
  • 3 days ago

Were currently hiring in Morris, Illinois to support a district in need of a Speech-Language Pathologist....

SLP-CCC - School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Algonquin, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL
  • 3 days ago

Were currently hiring in Algonquin, Illinois to support a district in need of a Speech-Language Pathologist....

Speech Language Pathologist CFY - School Setting

  • Tilton, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Tilton, IL
  • 6 days ago

Were currently hiring in Tilton, Illinois to support a district in need of Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellows....

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

  • Joliet, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 8 days ago

language pathologist experience working with an adult and geriatric population Current and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license in the state where services are rendered Current CPR certification...

Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Outpatient

  • Urbana, IL
  • moments ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • moments ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Outpatient We are seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our outpatient team....

Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Rehab

  • Kewanee, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Kewanee, IL
  • 1 day ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Rehab We are seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team....

Speech-Language Pathologist SLP PRN

  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 7 days ago

Anderson Rehabilitation Institute A career at Anderson Rehabilitation Institute, a 34-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Anderson Healthcare is...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) - Schools

  • Palatine, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Language Pathologists for an ASAP school assignment in Palatine, IL!...

Travel Speech Language Pathologist SLP

  • Sterling, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sterling, IL
  • 1 hour ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Kewanee, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kewanee, IL
  • 1 hour ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School - (SLP - School)

  • Richmond, IL
  • moments ago
  • Richmond, IL
  • moments ago

\r\n speech language pathologist, speech language pathology, speech therapist, SLP, speech and language therapy, speech therapy, allied, allied health, school speech language pathologist, school speech...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Illinois offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
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 Speech-Language Pathologists in Illinois
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%