Genetic Counsellor / Senior Genetic Counsellor

Advance your career with purpose - deliver life-changing genetic counselling in a supportive, high-impact team.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Level 1-4
Remuneration: $76,364 - $129,591 per annum + super + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Waratah Campus
Requisition ID: REQ655148
Applications Close: Thursday, 7th May 2026


This is an excellent opportunity for a Genetic Counsellor looking to build a meaningful and rewarding career in clinical practice. You will be supported to deepen your expertise, expand your scope, and develop advanced skills while making a tangible impact on patient care. The role offers a clear pathway for career progression, making it a fantastic opportunity for those motivated to progress within a supportive and development-focused environment.

While this position is ideally suited to a Level 4 Senior Genetic Counsellor, we also welcome applications from Level 1–3 Genetic Counsellors who demonstrate strong foundational capability. For applicants appointed at Levels 1–3, the role will be tailored to your current experience.

About the role:
As a Genetic Counsellor within the Hunter Family Cancer Service, you will deliver specialist genetic counselling to individuals and families at increased risk of hereditary cancer, supporting them through complex decisions.

You’ll work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, contribute specialist advice across the Hunter New England region, and play an active role working with students and supporting colleagues.

Where you'll be working:
The Hunter Family Cancer Service is a collaborative, forward-thinking team delivering evidence-based cancer genetics care across the district. Based at the Waratah Campus, you’ll work within a close-knit multidisciplinary team and be supported by the extensive professional network and resources of NSW Health Cancer Services. Innovation, learning, and teamwork are central to the way we work.

Remote working options may be considered for those who meet the criteria of a Senior Genetics Counsellor.

Essential requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in a non-nursing, non-medical discipline
• Postgraduate qualification in Genetic Counselling
• HGSA Part II certification in Genetic Counselling (or working toward this for Level 1 - 3 applicants)
• For senior applicants: Postgraduate clinical experience in cancer genetic counselling
  
   

What you can expect working with us:

• Professional Development: Access to education and research opportunities, and strong encouragement and support to attain HGSA Part II certification (if required for Level 1 - 3 applicants)
• Supportive Culture: A collaborative, respectful team with strong peer support
• Wellbeing Focus: Employee Assistance Program, supervision structures, and wellbeing initiatives
• Career Growth: Be part of NSW Health’s Cancer Services, a recognised leader in cancer care, research, and innovation. This role offers opportunities for ongoing professional development, exposure to diverse and complex clinical services, and the chance to build a rewarding career within a large, respected health organisation committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District, you’ll build a career that challenges you, supports you, and places you in some of NSW’s most beautiful and diverse locations.

Benefits include:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

• Proximity to shopping and other services

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)

• 4 weeks annual leave

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing

• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.