Join us in building a world of possibility! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada's largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital. We are a top 40 Canadian research hospital that is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, and we serve over 8,500 families annually. Our lab is committed to fostering a climate of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we support an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. We welcome applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. We are committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process where needed.
Job Description
We are seeking a certified genetic counselor to join our team! This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply advanced genomics expertise to provide genetic assessment and counselling for research participants, patients/families with neurodevelopmental conditions, and help develop pathways of care for families with developmental disabilities. In this role, the successful applicant would work alongside internationally renowned research and clinical teams.
The Genetic Counsellor will contribute to return-of-results processes and research protocol development related to genomic research in neurodevelopmental disorders as well as to development of health care pathways for kids with neurodevelopmental conditions and rare genetic findings.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for interpreting and communicating genetic test results to research participants and families
Responsible for providing post-test genetic counselling to research participants and families, as well as potentially pre- and post- counseling for patients
Provide psychosocial counselling and facilitate access to clinical, community, and advocacy resources
Assist with the development of return-of-results protocols and participant communication materials
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including clinicians, scientists, psychologists, geneticists, and research coordinators
Participate in ethics submissions, protocol development, and knowledge translation activities as appropriate
Maintain accurate clinical and research documentation in accordance with institutional, ethical, and privacy requirements
Master's degree in Genetic Counselling or equivalent
Certification (or eligibility for certification) through the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC) and/or American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)
Experience in neurodevelopmental disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and/or pediatric genetics is an asset
Experience working with research studies and ethics requirements is an asset
Exceptional organizational skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Solid ability to communicate genetic results to research participants and families
Ability to take initiative and work independently
About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/
To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Together We Dare. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3c-FszREUk
Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting
[email protected] or (phone hidden).
This position is currently accepting applications.
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📌 Genetic Counsellor (Ontario)
🏢 Delphi Technologies
📍 Ontario