Genetic Counsellor

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada SickKids Full time

**About SickKids**:
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of _Healthier Children. A Better World_.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

**Position Description**:
**Here's What You'll Get To Do**
- Assess and provide expert genetic/genomic counselling for individuals/families with a medical history of, or at increased risk for having a child with a birth defect or genetic condition.
- Provide comprehensive genetic information regarding the diagnosis, etiology, recurrence risk and available testing options for a variety of disorders.
- Contribute to the interpretation of genetic and genomic test results.
- Provide genetic counselling regarding genetic test results and options regarding cascade genetic testing.
- Address other genetic risks identified in the patient/family.
- Assess psychosocial issues and structure counselling session(s) accordingly.
- Assist the patient/family in making decisions consistent with their beliefs, while addressing cultural diversity and ethical issues.
- Provide international leadership in genetic counselling services, research and education.
- Teach/supervise opportunities in the University of Toronto/SickKids MSc Program in Genetic Counselling.
- Educate other health care professionals on interpretation of genome-based results both at SickKids and at other institutions.

**Here's What You'll Need**

**Essential Requirements**
- A Master of Science in Genetic Counselling.
- Certification (or eligible for) by the Canadian Board of Genetic Counselling (CBGC) and/or the American Board of Genetic Counsellors (ABGC).
- Professional knowledge of the rapidly changing principles and practice of medical, clinical and laboratory genetics.
- Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives
- Effective oral and written presentation and communication skills, including telephone counseling.
- Superior critical thinking, organizational, time management, decision-making, teaching and continuous learning skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and collaborative teamwork skills.
- Commitment to the provision of evidence-based, family-centred care.
- Highly developed computer skills and/or the ability to learn new computer programs.

**Assets**
- 2 or more years of experience in genetic counselling, with experience pertaining to pediatric genetics and in research preferred.

**Here's What You'll Love**:
**Benefits**
- This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage; including but not limited to, health and dental benefits. The benefits offered will be discussed at the time of position offer.
- A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.

**Impact**
- A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

**Employment Type**:Temporary, Full-Time (13-month contract) with modified benefits

**Our Commitment to Diversity**:
The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

**How to Apply


  • Genetic Counsellor

    1 month ago


    Toronto, Canada MEDCAN Full time

    About Us: Established over 30 years ago, Medcan is a global leader in assessing clients' overall well-being and inspiring them to live well. Medcan has a comprehensive range of diagnostic assessments, which, in combination with innovative programs tailored to specific needs, are designed to successfully reach improved health outcomes. Over 80 physicians and...

  • Genetic Counsellor

    5 months ago


    Toronto, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Company Bio IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as...


  • Toronto, Canada University Health Network Full time

    **Company Description** The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the...


  • Toronto, Canada Sinai Health Full time

    **_This is a temporary full-time position up to approximately twelve (12) months_** Sinai Health is looking for a Laboratory Genetic Counsellor and Genetic Data Specialist to support our Diagnostic Medical Genetics team at Mount Sinai Hospital. The position is shared between Cytogenetics and Molecular laboratories in the Division of Diagnostic Medical...


  • Toronto, Canada SickKids Full time

    **About SickKids**: Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and...

  • Genetic Counsellor

    6 months ago


    Toronto, Canada Twig Fertility Full time

    Twig Fertility is a state-of-the-art fertility company with fertility clinics in Toronto and (coming soon) Vancouver. Twig is on a mission to elevate today’s fertility care and deliver a better experience for one and all - both patients and employees alike. Our modern spaces are setting the standard for what healthcare can look like in Canada. Together...


  • Toronto, Canada Sinai Health Full time

    Sinai Health is a leading academic health science centre with a provincial, national and international reputation for discovering and delivering life-changing care. Since 2015, we have provided excellent and compassionate care in hospital, community and home. Comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research...

  • Genetics Co-op Student

    5 months ago


    Toronto, Canada Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Full time

    The Cancer Genetics and High Risk Program from the Odette Cancer Centre at Sunnybrook is looking for a motivated genetic counselling assistant to work with genetic counsellors in a leading cancer center. In our clinic we see patients who are referred for evaluation of their risk for breast cancer or hereditary cancer syndromes such as Hereditary Breast and...

  • Genetics Assistant

    5 months ago


    Toronto, Canada SickKids Full time

    **About SickKids**: Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and...

  • Genetics Coordinator

    5 months ago


    Toronto, Canada SickKids Full time

    **About SickKids**: Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and...


  • Toronto, Canada Unity Health Toronto Full time

    The Genomics Health Services and Policy Research Group specializes in evaluating the adoption of new genomic technologies in clinical practice through a health services research lens. We conduct mixed methods research, such as randomized controlled trials, qualitative interview studies, and survey studies. We assess patient, clinician, and stakeholder...


  • Toronto, Canada Unity Health Toronto Full time

    The Genomics Health Services and Policy Research Group specializes in evaluating the adoption of new genomic technologies in clinical practice through a health services research lens. We conduct mixed methods research, such as randomized controlled trials, qualitative interview studies, and survey studies. We assess patient, clinician, and stakeholder...


  • Toronto, Canada OICR Full time

    **About OICR** OICR is Ontario’s cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping...


  • Toronto, Canada Fiera Capital Full time

    At Fiera Capital We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions: - Your Inclusive Experience: We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment. - Your Growth & Empowerment: We have ambitious...


  • Toronto, Canada Fiera Capital Full time

    At Fiera Capital We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions: - Your Inclusive Experience: We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment. - Your Growth & Empowerment: We have ambitious...


  • Toronto, Canada SickKids Full time

    **About SickKids**: Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and...

  • Admin Assistant

    5 months ago


    Toronto, Canada Unity Health Toronto Full time

    Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care...


  • Toronto, Canada Mentora College Full time

    **student recruitment associate** Are you passionate about taking on big and complex challenges? Are you determined to deliver results while disrupting the international education industry? We’re looking for a student recruitment associate to lead our Sales and Marketing function and drive all aspects of the sales and marketing strategy for MSM. This is a...