Family Liaison Officer

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

Military Family Services stewards the Military and Veteran Family Services Program to
help military and Veteran families manage the demands of family life, work and
operational needs. Many stakeholders and partners work together and contribute to the well-being of military and Veteran families.

The Family Liaison Officer is a dedicated resource within a multidisciplinary team at the Transition Centre to support families of military members who are coping with illness, injury or releasing from the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

The Family Liaison Officer conducts intake assessments, provides short-term
counselling, and connects families with community partners, such as the Military Family Resource Centre.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, or a related field, AND several years of experience in social work and human services, or a related field.

AND

Must be eligible for registration within their professional designation.

Experience

In crisis intervention and risk management
In clinical assessment and counselling services
In working with families and family systems
In working with a multidisciplinary team and human services organizations
In professional networking
In family case management
In response to critical incidents
In developing, coordinating and facilitating workshops
In developing, coordinating and facilitating support groups
In developing and coordinating family service oriented programs
In budget administration

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Bilingual Essential

Reading: Functional
Writing: Functional
Oral: Functional

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Online learning opportunities and second language training
Perks: Discounts through CF Appreciation.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Travel may be required, driver’s license is a requirement.
Enhanced Reliability Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check.
This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
The selection process will be done virtually.
The anticipated term for this position is 30/09/2025

23 September, 2024

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.