KCC - SCH - Senior Genetic Counsellor - REQ614462
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 June 2026
Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Lvl 4
Remuneration: 121658 – 124607 - Full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ614462
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight 26 October 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
This exciting Level 4 Senior Genetic Counsellor role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both clinical excellence and cutting-edge research in paediatric and adolescent cancer genetics. The successful candidate will dedicate 0.6 FTE to clinical duties, including supporting the mainstreaming of genetic testing in cancer care for children and adolescents/young adults (AYA), and providing expert genetic counselling to patients and their families. The remaining 0.4 FTE will be focused on research leadership in partnership with the Children’s Cancer Institute as part of the national ZERO Childhood Cancer Precision Medicine Program. As ZERO expands to include patients up to 25 years of age based on cancer type, the Senior Genetic Counsellor will play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of precision oncology research and implementation.
What you'll be doing
This senior position within the Department of Clinical Genetics is responsible for leading a team of genetic counsellors, as well as carrying a clinical caseload. Management responsibilities include the planning, monitoring and review of services provided by the team, workload management, supervision of team members, and coordinating professional development of team members. In addition, this position includes a support/consultancy role for counsellors employed by affiliated services to which the department provides clinical input, including Westmead Hospital and outreach genetic services at Dubbo and Orange.
This position requires advanced clinical reasoning skills and high level professional knowledge and judgement. The successful applicant needs to be able to work with initiative and autonomy in consultation with medical staff and other health professionals and providing clinical supervision and support as part of a multidisciplinary team
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Completed Part 2 Certification in Genetic Counselling certified by the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA)
- Extensive hospital based genetic counsellor experience working with infants, children, pregnant women and adults with, or at risk of genetic disorders, and in psychosocial support to children and families
- Advanced practical knowledge, organizational and clinical reasoning skills in the areas of Prenatal and Neurogenetics services
- Recognised ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and professional teams, including coordination of activities of other counsellor staff
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description.
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Amy Smith on amy.smith6@health.nsw.gov.au.
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
