Albury health worker wins weekly compensation for toxic workplace
Albury Wodonga Health must pay a former manager about $2000 weekly. She suffered bullying that worsened her mental health.
The woman worked at Albury Wodonga Health from August 2024 as a credentialing and appointments manager. Within weeks, she faced mean comments and bullying from colleagues.
The behaviour felt inappropriate and went on for a long time. On June 26 last year, a heated discussion about office seating arrangements turned into a confrontation.
She felt threatened and scared. The woman suffered panic attacks, anxiety and nausea.
Her depression and anxiety disorders got worse. She left the hospital that day and has not worked since.
The NSW Personal Injury Commission ruled she could not work from September 15 onwards. Albury Wodonga Health agreed her mental health got worse because of the workplace.
But they first said she could still work. The commission did not agree.
She was ordered to get about $2000 per week. The hospital must also pay all her medical costs.
- About 2000 dollars
- Weekly compensation ordered
- June 26
- Incident date
- September 15
- Work incapacity from
- August 2024
- Employment start date
Why it mattersThis case shows that workplaces must be held accountable for workers' mental health. A toxic culture is not just unfair. It costs real money in compensation.
AustraliaSets precedent for NSW public health organisations' duty of care toward staff mental health and bullying prevention.
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