South Africa
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Direct Support Professional

Average Direct Support Professional Salary in South Africa

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R320,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 220k
MEDIAN
ZAR 320k
75%
ZAR 1m

The average salary for a Direct Support Professional is R320,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R220k - R1m
Bonus
R0 - R40k
Total Pay
R231k - R509k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Jul 23 2018)
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What Do Direct Support Professionals Do?

Direct Support Professional Tasks
  • Maintain records of patient care, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.
  • Administer or supervise self-administration of medication.
  • Foster increased community and social integration.
  • Support the development of behavioral and social skills.
  • Provide assistance with daily tasks including personal care, transportation, health maintenance, and household chores.
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Common Health Benefits for a Direct Support Professional

Medical
100%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%

Gender Breakdown for Direct Support Professionals

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 1 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Direct Support Professionals

What is the highest pay for Direct Support Professionals?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Direct Support Professional is ZARNaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Direct Support Professionals?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Direct Support Professional is ZARNaN / year

How can Direct Support Professionals increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Direct Support Professional is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Direct Support Professional that oversees more junior Direct Support Professionals, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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