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KVC Health Systems
Kansas City, Missouri

Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65K - $81K

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Job Description

  • KVC Academy Kansas City
  • Location: Kansas City, MO (On-site)
  • Pay: $65,000-$81,000 annually
  • Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We’re seeking dedicated professional to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will provide essential speech and language therapy services to children and teens with diverse needs, working within the special education environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assess, diagnose, and provide targeted therapy to children and teenagers with communication and language disorders.
  • Collaborate with educators, parents, and a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement customized therapy plans.
  • Conduct therapy sessions that are tailored to the unique goals and requirements of each child or teen.
  • Monitor and document client progress and make adjustments to therapy plans as needed.

Education & Licensure

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

State licensure and ASHA certification (CCC-SLP).

Preferred Experience

  • Passion for working with children and teenagers in special education.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help children and teens achieve their communication goals.
  • Ability to create and manage a flexible schedule to meet your work-life balance preferences.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

  • Paid Parental Leave

Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

  • 403(b) with Company Match

Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

  • Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

  • Employee Assistance Program

Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

  • Wellness Benefits

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Additionally, state licensure and ASHA certification (CCC-SLP) are required for this position.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Speech TherapyAssessmentDiagnosisTreatment PlanningCollaborationDocumentationCommunication DisordersPatient CareMultidisciplinary Teamwork

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist at KVC Health Systems a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,763 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 40% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$73k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $80k in an average-cost state. 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 13 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 13 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
36% this job
Loan repayment
27%
Sign-on bonus
23%
Relocation assistance
23%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 7.1
Among the best 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,763 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Kansas City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$251k≈ 3.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,428/mo≈ 26% of gross pay
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.5
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Kansas City, MO-KS metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About KVC Health Systems

Individual and Family Services
Olathe, KS
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
403(b) with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Benefits