Career Mapping From DSP to Director
A career as a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) can grow into a leadership role such as Director, offering a clear pathway for advancement, skill-building, and increased impact. Along the way, DSPs gain hands-on experience, develop management expertise, and shape programs that improve lives. It’s more than a job—it’s a long-term career with meaningful growth, leadership opportunities, and purpose.
Step 1: Become a DSP
$20.25/hour
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No experience
Step 2: Med Liaison
$21.00/hour
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6 months experience
Step 3: Residential Assistant Manager
$23.50-$24.75/hour
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2 years experience
Step 4: Residential Manager
$62,900/year
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2 years leadership experience
Step 5: Residential Director
$75,000/year
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All experience based. Director opportunities with—and without—a bachelor’s degree. 3 years of managing manager experience.