Social Work - Shoalhaven Hospital
Overview
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 Information
Scenic Dr
Nowra NSW 2541
8:00am - 4:30pm
Monday to Friday
Limited weekend service
Car parking
Available onsite at Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital (main carpark).
Advice for disabled in getting to the service
Level access.
For information on transport options for Shoalhaven Hospital or visit NSW Public Hospital Parking and Directions website or download the HosPark App from App Store or Google Play