Senior Genetic Counsellor

Bring your expertise in genetic counselling to a role that blends clinical leadership, innovation, and meaningful patient care.

Remuneration: $126,524 – $129,591 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Waratah Campus
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Level 4
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ630605
Applications Close: Sunday 18th January 2026

Level 3 and Level 4 are encouraged to apply for this position.

This is a Level 4 position. However, if there are no suitable Level 4 applicants, applications from Level 3 will be considered. The selection criteria reflect the requirements for a Level 4 applicant. Level 3 applicants should demonstrate their current competence against these criteria, as well as their capacity to develop towards Level 4. The expected performance of the incumbent will be commensurate with his/her years of experience and current level at the time of appointment, with progression towards meeting Level 4 criteria expected.

About the role
In this role as a Senior Genetic Counsellor, your day-to-day will be diverse and meaningful. You’ll provide specialist genetic counselling services to individuals and families at risk of hereditary cancer. You’ll actively participate in multidisciplinary teams, supervise students, and share your expertise through consultations across Hunter New England. Beyond clinical care, you’ll drive service improvements, contribute to team projects, and help shape innovative models of care. You’ll also play a key role in supporting the Principle Genetic Counsellor and Service Manager with planning and development of the Cancer Genetics Network, ensuring the service continues to grow and deliver excellent care to the community.

This is a role where you’ll help shape the future of cancer genetics services while making a huge impact on people’s lives in a time they need it most.
This role would be perfect for you if you’re passionate about patient-focused care and have sound experience in genetic counselling for cancer risk. If you’re motivated and innovative, this is your opportunity to join our team!

Where you'll be working
The Hunter Family Cancer service is the heart of innovation and collaboration in cancer genetics for our district. You’ll join a close-knit multi-disciplinary team of Genetic Counsellors, an Intake Officer, an Administration Officer, and a Data Manager, all working together to deliver the best care.

The Waratah Campus is a hub of expertise and support. You’ll have access to a broad network of health professionals across the Hunter New England region, plus the resources of NSW Health’s Cancer Services, which lead the way in prevention, treatment, and research. It’s a dynamic environment where collaboration and innovation thrive.

Why work with us?
We know that supporting our team means better outcomes for our patients. Here’s what you can expect:

• Professional Development: Access to training, conferences, and research opportunities. We will encourage and support attainment of your HGSA Part II certification in genetic counselling if needed (for level 3 applicants)
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive environment.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Programs, formal supervision, and peer support networks.
• Career Growth: Be part of NSW Health’s Cancer Services, a statewide leader in cancer prevention, treatment, and research.

About you
You bring extensive experience in client-focused genetic counselling for individuals and families at risk of cancer, with the ability to provide specialist consultation across regions or clinical networks. You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated through effective collaboration with health professionals, community groups, and agencies. Your clinical expertise includes developing care plans for complex cases, using tools like TrackGene and risk prediction models. You are self-motivated, manage competing priorities well, and maintain strong therapeutic and professional relationships. With significant experience supervising staff and students, you also demonstrate clinical leadership within multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Must have an undergraduate degree in a non-nursing, non-medical discipline and in addition hold a post graduate qualification in genetic counselling and have attained Part II certification in genetic counselling from the Human Genetics Society of Australasia
• Extensive post graduate clinical experience in cancer genetic counselling
• Current drivers' licence with the capacity and willingness to travel to NSW Health business and service locations throughout NSW which may include overnight stays.

What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• 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 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

 

Additional Information

• 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. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

 

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For role related queries or questions contact Margaret Gleeson on Margaret.Gleeson@health.nsw.gov.au