The average total remuneration for a Caregiver with less than one year of experience is R22.78 (which includes gratuities, bonus, and overtime pay). An entry-level caregiver with 1-4 years of experience receives an average total salary of R23.35. An experienced mid-career caregiver makes an average total remuneration of R24.29 per hour. The average total pay for an experienced Caregiver with 10–19 years of experience is R25.17. Employees make an average total remuneration of R30 during their late careers (20 years and up).
The Work of Caregivers
The specifics of a caregiver’s job and daily schedule are determined by the particular requirements of each and every client. The profession involves a physical component because a caregiver is required to help the client with home chores that are challenging for them. A caregiver’s role also has a critical mental and emotional component since they need to have compassion and empathy. A caregiver might need to use a stove, vacuum, or shower, as well as complete some simple outdoor chores like sweeping and snowplowing.
What is the caregiver profession’s highest pay?
Caregiver hourly wages start at ZAR 50.