Social Work - Coledale Hospital

What the service is

The social worker’s role in the hospital setting is to provide assessment, crisis counselling, information, advocacy and resources for patients and their families. They work with clients around issues such as adjustment to illness, carer stress, ageing, social and emotional issues that may impact on safety or wellbeing as well as providing support to people experiencing grief or loss. 

What we do

Social Workers provide psycho-social assessments of patients, referral to services, counselling, work with families, group work and provide education. 

What to expect

A holistic service as part of the treating team.

How to access this service

Speak with ward staff/Contact by phone