The role of a genetic counselor is to assess genetic risks for a couple and provide education and support for couples considering genetic testing. Counseling sessions typically involve reviewing a coupleâs complete family medical history and discussing genetic testing options.he role of a genetic counselor is to assess genetic risks for a couple and provide education and support for couples considering genetic testing. Counseling sessions typically involve reviewing a coupleâs complete family medical history and discussing genetic testing options.
A public authority is a type of public-benefit corporation that takes on a more bureaucratic role, such as the maintenance of public infrastructure, that often has broad powers to regulate or maintain public property.
Authority is a right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction. 1  In most jurisdictions, the responsibility for the protection of the citizens rests with the chief elected official. 2  In private industry, this same responsibility and authority rests with the chief executive officer.