KCC - SCH - Senior Genetic Counsellor

Overview

Role: KCC - SCH - Senior Genetic Counsellor at NSW Health (Randwick). This is a temporary full-time position up to 30 June 2026. Hours per week: 38. Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Lvl 4. Remuneration: full-time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging). Requisition ID: REQ Applications close: 8 September 2025.

The 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.

Responsibilities

The Kids Cancer Centre (KCC) 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 Senior Genetic Counsellor will work within the KCC, Sydney Children\u2019s Hospital Randwick to provide genetic counselling and education of clients, triaging of referrals, organisation of clinics, identify areas of improvement for the service, education of health professionals and the community, promotion of the KCC, and standardising cancer genetics material for the network and NSW cancer genetics. The remit extends to nationwide through the research projects of the Zero Childhood Cancer Program.

• Provide genetic counselling and education of clients
• Triaging referrals
• Organisation of clinics
• Identify areas of improvement for the service
• Education of health professionals and the community
• Promotion of the KCC and standardising cancer genetics material for the network and NSW cancer genetics
• Remit extends nationwide through the Zero Childhood Cancer Program research projects

Qualifications

• Essential criteria are listed in the Position Description.
• Overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
• All workers must meet NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment (PD2024_15).
• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For information on how to apply for the clearance, visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website.
• Overseas qualifications must be assessed for skilled migration purposes.
• Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies.

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

Benefits

• 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 (where applicable)

Need more information

• 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 contact Amy Smith at

For Aboriginal candidates contact SCHN-EA-

For technical support please call

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 the 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. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a NSW Health position, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
• All workers must meet NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment.
• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.
• For roles that require formal qualifications, overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
• Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies.

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