Senior Genetic Counsellor

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this post is to contribute to the provision of a comprehensive, high quality, genetic counselling service for the Republic of Ireland by carrying out the duties and responsibilities of a Genetic Counsellor:

• Comprehend the medical facts of a patient’s case, including the diagnosis, probable course of the disorder, and the available management
• Appreciate the way in which heredity contributes to the disorder, and the risk of recurrence in specified relatives
• Understand the options for dealing with the risk of recurrence, playing a vital role in providing one off and ongoing support to patients and their families, in choosing the course of action most appropriate to them
• Support patients/families in making the best possible adjustment to the disorder/risk of the disorder

Essential Criteria:

Candidates must on the latest date for receiving completed applications, possess:

• An Approved Master of Science degree in Genetic/Genomic Counselling

OR

• Attainment of the NHS Scientific Training Programme (STP) in Genomic Counselling

OR

• A qualification recognised for professional registration via the grandfather clause by the GCRAB/AHCS or an equivalent overseas Genetic Counselling Board/Regulatory Body AND hold current registration with that Genetic Counselling Board/Regulatory Body

AND

• At least 3 years’ full time equivalent post qualification clinical experience
• Maintain live registration on the AHCS register (attained via the Genetic Counsellor Registration Advisory Board) or an equivalent Genetic Counselling Board/Regulatory Body covering the region*.

Individuals who are due to acquire the requisite experience and professional registration in 2025, may be considered for shortlisting.

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Wednesday the 26th of November 2025 by 23:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please Claire Giffney, 01 428 2803

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.

• January 12th 2026 ( Corporate Induction ,NCHD rotation )
• February 9th 2026
• March 9th 2026