Social workers provide a range of support and services that may be needed when a child is admitted into hospital.

This is done through: 

• Counselling
• Supporting families through times of crisis and distress
• Providing education and information
• Advocacy
• Planning for returning home 
• Referral to community agencies and supports
• Liaising with interstate, regional and other metropolitan hospitals
• Delivering group and support programs
• Facilitating access to the hospital
• Accessing practical and material assistance

Social Work staff are located in steams:

• Medical 
• Surgical/ Trauma
• Critical Care
• Chronic Care
• Complex Care
• After Hours Services
  

Please contact the Social Work Department to enquire about current staff allocations on 9345 6111.