Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in West Virginia

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 (Pool)

  • Athens, WV
  • 24 days ago
  • Athens, WV
  • 24 days ago

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

Permanent Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Other

  • Hilltop, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Hilltop, WV
  • 1 day ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Other We are seeking a versatile Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team....

Speech Language Pathologist - Best Life Therapy - West Virginia

  • Welch, WV
  • 3 hours ago
  • Welch, WV
  • 3 hours ago

Best Life Therapy, a proud member of The Stepping Stones Group, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our school-based team in McDowell County, WV....

Itinerant Speech Language Pathologist

  • WV
  • 4 hours ago
  • WV
  • 4 hours ago

Itinerant Speech Language Pathologist JobID: 45561 Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech Language Pathologist Date Posted: 6/13/2025 Location: Office of the Superintendent- LCS Central Office...

Substitute Itinerant Speech Therapist

  • WV
  • 4 hours ago
  • WV
  • 4 hours ago

Substitute Itinerant Speech Therapist JobID: 48771 Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech Language Pathologist Date Posted: 8/1/2025 Location: Pendleton County Schools Central Office Date Available...

Itinerant Speech/Language Pathologist(s) # 203

  • Weston, WV
  • 4 hours ago
  • Weston, WV
  • 4 hours ago

Itinerant Speech/Language Pathologist(s) # 203 JobID: 43159 Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech Language Pathologist Date Posted: 5/15/2025 Location: Lewis County Schools Date Available:...

Speech Therapist

  • Daniels, WV
  • 6 hours ago
  • Daniels, WV
  • 6 hours ago

Responsibilities As a Speech Language Pathologist, you help patients get their _power back_....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Philippi, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Philippi, WV
  • 1 day ago

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST Philippi-WV-26416-United States Evaluates patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing,...

Speech & Language Pathologist - Skilled

  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 2 days ago

A Skilled Nursing Home in Parkersburg, WV is looking for a highly-motivated and passionate Speech Therapist for a contract position. Candidates must be willing to support a friendly, positive and...

Speech Therapist

  • Marlinton, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Marlinton, WV
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Therapist (SLP)

  • Sissonville, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Sissonville, WV
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Therapist (SLP)

  • Ravenswood, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Ravenswood, WV
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Therapist (Journey Travel) - SLP

  • WV
  • 3 days ago
  • WV
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities: POSITION SUMMARY: The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13 week assignments....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) BES/ PCMS (25-120C) JobID: 45606 Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech Language Pathologist Date Posted: 6/16/2025 Location: Belmont Elementary School Date...

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (200 DAYS, FULL-TIME) - ITINERANT (HOMEBASE-BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) JobID: 48388 Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech Language Pathologist Date Posted: 7/...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in West Virginia

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Highest Education Level

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