Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Level 3
Remuneration: $61.33 - $63.29 per hour
Hours Per Week: 32
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ686571
Applications Close: Sunday 6th September 2026 at 11.59pm
Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a dedicated Genetics Counsellor to be an essential part of our Cancer Services team. The role is supported through the family cancer clinic at Royal North Shore. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will share their time between North Shore Hospital and Gosford Hospital with the division of time to be determined.
About the Opportunity
As a Genetics Counsellor, you will provide outpatient-based Genetics counselling across CCLHD and via telehealth for families and individuals seeking information regarding their family history of cancer.
The role delivers genetic counselling clinical services (which may include family history documentation, assessment of genetic risk, delivery / explanation of information and client-centred counselling and genetic testing) in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards. In this role you will:
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Deliver genetic counselling clinical services, and be be responsible for triaging of referrals, organisation of clinic, education of health professional and the community.
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Obtain medical histories, medical report and other relevant information required for consultation.
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Review and follow up cases to provide support to patients and attend to emerging issues.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
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Undergraduate degree in a non-nursing, non-medical discipline and in addition hold a post graduate qualification in genetic counselling or have attained Part I certification in genetics counselling from the Human Genetics Society of Australasia.
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Extensive knowledge, understanding and experience in the application of evidence-based practice in Genetic Counselling.
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Excellent communication skills, both face to face and written.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary setting to meet workload demands with a high level of performance.
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A sound understanding of issues related to privacy, confidentiality and ethics.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
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Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
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Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
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Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the
Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at
[email protected] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
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Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
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Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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