Overview
Social workers can assist with access to services and entitlements and all aspects of discharge planning.
Current inpatients and outpatients of the hospital may be referred by hospital staff or may refer themselves by simply contacting the social work department.
Social workers can provide:
- counselling and support
- advocacy within the hospital and community
- information about community resources
- referral to other services
- preparation for discharge from hospital.
Getting here
Find us at:
300 Princes Highway
Werribee Victoria 3030
For more information on getting here, visit Werribee Mercy Hospital .
Your appointment
More information
Team Composition
Throughout your experience, you may be supported by:
- a social work
- a pastoral carer
- a physiotherapist
- an occupational therapist
- other allied health staff
- nursing staff
- medical staff
For health professionals
Social work provides a professional and responsive service for clients who are facing serious health issues or have complex social needs.
Social workers can assist with access to services and entitlements and all aspects of discharge planning.
Current inpatients and outpatients of the hospital may be referred by hospital staff or they may refer themselves by simply contacting the social work department.
Social workers can provide:
- counselling and support
- advocacy within the hospital and community
- information about community resources
- referral to other services
- preparation for discharge from hospital.
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Donate to the Mercy Health Foundation
The Mercy Health Foundation supports programs to improve the health and wellbeing of those in need. Your donation makes a difference in hospitals, nurseries, aged care homes, and the general community.
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Providing feedback
We value feedback from the people we care for, including from your families, friends, carers, and our broader community. Find out how to register a concern, complaint or compliment, or make a suggestion for improvement at Mercy Health.
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Work for Mercy Health
Midwife and nurse roles are available. Find out about life and work at Mercy Health and apply today!