Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky

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

  • Anchorage, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Anchorage, KY
  • 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 Care Manager PRN Home health

  • Manchester, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manchester, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist Care Manager AdventHealth Home Health All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental...

Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Rehab

  • Greenville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

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

SLP - Speech and Language Pathologist

  • Independence, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Independence, KY
  • 12 days ago

Language Pathologist (SLP) with us, you will need: Education: Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology/Speech Therapy required Licensure: Current unrestricted license to practice as a Speech Language...

Pediatric School Speech Pathology Smiths Grove, Kentucky

  • Smiths Grove, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Smiths Grove, KY
  • 10 hours ago

A full-time or part-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) opportunity is available for the 2025-2026 school year at an elementary school in Smiths Grove, KY....

School-Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) role near Four Oaks, KY

  • Falmouth, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Falmouth, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Soliant Health is working with a great school district near Four Oaks, KY Currently interviewing for25-26 school year, Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) role....

New School year Speech Language Pathologist SLP role near Milford KY

  • Milford, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Milford, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Interviewing now for 25/26 School Year Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) role. This is a great opportunity to add more experience and be a part of a great team....

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

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Job Details: Location: Leitchfield, KY Position Type: Full-time Dates: 25/26 SY For caseload details, contact email below Key Responsibilities: Conduct speech and language...

Virtual Speech Language Pathologist Needed

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 20 hours ago

Category Schools - SLP - Telespeech Job Type Contract Soliant has an opening for a contracted Virtual Speech Language Pathologist in Kentucky. This position is for the 2025-2026 School Year....

Camden Station Elementary- Speech Language Pathologist (.8)

  • Crestwood, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Crestwood, KY
  • 23 hours ago

08/12/2025 Additional Information: OLDHAM COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATION JOB DESCRIPTION: EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN SERVICES INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT 1119AR MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:...

Speech Therapist

  • Burkesville, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Burkesville, KY
  • 23 hours 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....

Camden Station Elementary- Speech Language Pathologist (.8)

  • Crestwood, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Crestwood, KY
  • 1 day ago

Highway 146 Crestwood, KY 40014 Vacancy ID 20252026 - 00313 Position Category Speech/Language Pathologist Title Camden Station Elementary- Speech Language Pathologist (.8) Description Camden Station...

Speech/Language Pathologist (13943)(13944)

  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Organization Website Organization Address 1040 Hwy 44 E Shepherdsville, KY 40165 Vacancy ID 20252026 - 00311 Position Category Speech/Language Pathologist Title Speech/Language Pathologist (13943)(13944...

Speech Language Pathologist - Part Time

  • Cadiz, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cadiz, KY
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Admissions & Release Committee, screen, assess and identify students with communication...

JCS Speech Language Pathologist 2025-2026 School Year

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 1 day ago

JESSAMINE COUNTY SCHOOLS POSITION TITLE: Classroom Teacher REPORTS TO: Supervising Principal SUPERVISES: Assigned Students QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate Kentucky Teacher Certification JOB GOAL: To...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Kentucky offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
7.9%
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 Kentucky
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%