Social workers provide a range of support and services that may be needed when a child is admitted into hospital. Social Work operates on a priority basis and may work directly with patients and families or provide secondary consultation or referral options.

This is done through: 

• Psychosocial assessment and 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 in relation to health needs/hospitalisation

Social Work staff are located in streams:

• Intake, Allocation and Flow
• Medical 
• Surgical/ Trauma
• Ambulatory
• Critical Care
• Cancer Care
• Complex Care
• Emergency
• After Hours Services
• Child and Family Safety

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