Geriatric Social Worker Salary, Earnings and Wage Information

Salaries for medical, public and community health social workers, such as geriatric social workers, can vary greatly. During 2010, the median salary for geriatric social workers fell anywhere from $31,843 and $46,122 annually. These specialists also typically receive paid vacations, life insurance, and medical insurance.

Geriatric social workers can work in diverse and varying settings, including nursing homes, state and government agencies, hospices, or retirement communities. How much a geriatric social worker will vary from one setting and position to another.

To learn more about a career in geriatric social work you can contact the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education at 1 (202) 289-9806 or the National Association of Social Workers at 1 (202) 408-8600.