Position Summary
Senior Genetic Counsellor (Level 4)
Location: Waratah Campus, Hunter New England Local Health District
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Salary: $126,524 – $129,591 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours per week: 38
Applications close: Sunday 18th January 2026
About the Role
Bring your expertise in genetic counselling to a role that blends clinical leadership, innovation, and meaningful patient care. As a Senior Genetic Counsellor, you will provide specialist genetic counselling services to individuals and families at risk of hereditary cancer, actively participate in multidisciplinary teams, supervise students, and lead service improvements. You will support the Principle Genetic Counsellor and Service Manager in planning and developing the Cancer Genetics Network.
Responsibilities
* Deliver specialist genetic counselling services to patients and families across Hunter New England
* Develop and implement care plans for complex cases using tools such as TrackGene and risk prediction models
* Supervise students and junior staff, providing clinical leadership within multidisciplinary teams
* Lead multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to improving service delivery and innovative care models
* Assist in the development and implementation of the Cancer Genetics Network and service planning
* Support professional development and training of staff as required
Qualifications & Requirements
* Undergraduate degree in a non‑nursing, non‑medical discipline
* Postgraduate qualification in genetic counselling with Part II certification from the Human Genetics Society of Australasia
* Extensive post‑graduate clinical experience in cancer genetic counselling
* History of supervising staff and students within a genetic counselling setting
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a history of collaboration with health professionals, community groups and agencies
* Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel across NSW, including overnight stays
* Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or New Zealand citizenship with a current passport (temporary visa holders only under specific circumstances)
Benefits & Work-Life Balance
* Professional development: training, conferences and research opportunities; support for achieving HGSA Part II certification
* Collaborative culture and supportive multidisciplinary team
* Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance Programs, formal supervision, peer support networks
* Work‑life balance: 4‑week annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time), paid parental leave, salary packaging options up to $11,600, novated leasing, fitness passport
* Salary packaging plus novated leasing and discounted gym options for staff and families
* Other incentives: sustainability initiatives, proximity to shopping and services
Additional Information & Eligibility
Applicants must be Australian Citizen or permanent resident of Australia, or New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Temporary visa holders may only be offered employment under conditions and expiry dates of the visa. The role also requires compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 and child‑safe standards.
Contact & Application
For role related queries or questions, contact Margaret Gleeson at Margaret.Gleeson@health.nsw.gov.au. The position description and selection criteria can be found by following the provided links. Apply on the Hunter New England Local Health District portal.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hunter New England Health is an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering diversity and a welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know—contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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