Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 18 May 2027
Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Lvl 1
Remuneration: 76364 - 89232 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ675017
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 10 July 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Amy Smith on amy.smith6@health.nsw.gov.au
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doing
The Kids Cancer Centre is a large multi-disciplinary department within SCH with internationally respected programs in translational medicine, clinical trials, bone marrow transplantation and neuro-oncology care.
The Associate Genetic Counsellor/Genetic Counsellor will work within the Kids Cancer Centre (KCC), Sydney Children's Hospital Randwick to provide genetic counselling and education of clients, triaging of referrals, organisation of clinics, education of health professionals and the community and promotion of the KCC. The Associate Genetic Counsellor/Genetic Counsellor will also contribute to research in the field of paediatric cancer genetics, including genomic sequencing studies for childhood cancer.
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- A postgraduate qualification in genetic counselling and/or have attained Board Eligible status to Undertake Certification in genetic counselling from the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA).
- Ability to provide a professional level of service whilst working under professional supervision in the Kids Cancer Genetics Clinic.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgement commensurate with years of experience.
- Demonstrated participation in quality and workplace education, as well as a commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated computer literacy with experience with MS Office, databases, presentation and pedigree drawing software.
- Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
- Demonstrated commitment, ability to meet deadlines and high standards of performance.
- Knowledge and understanding of the application of evidence-based practice to Genetic Counselling.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to 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:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
- An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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