Family Transition Advisor - Kingston, Canada - CFMWS

CFMWS

Verified Company

Kingston, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

WHO WE ARE
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.

THE ROLE
The primary role of the Family Transition Advisor (FTA) - Transition Unit Kingston is to

engage with military families and remain as the main point of contact for the family during the Military to Civilian Transition process or while navigating retention options.

They understand the unique characteristics of the military lifestyle, including transition.

They are responsible to map the communities that fall under their Area of Responsibility (AOR) and maintain community resources to provide tailored support to families while navigating transition out of the Canadian Armed Forces.

The FTA provides guided support and encouragement to foster resilience within the family, while respecting their right to autonomy; cultivates a safe environment and collaborative relationship through the use of micro
- skills; and advocates on behalf of the family as required. The FTA also provides information, resources and referrals internal and external partners, including the Family Liaison Officer or Family Counselor for more complex interventions, to the Veteran Family Program Coordinator (VFPC) for continuity of care for families shifting to the medical release process; or community resources where needed.

The FTA will liaise with community service providers to identify local community programs, services and activities that meet the needs of CAF families, as well as develop and maintain partnerships with community groups, support agencies, schools and other organizations to enhance service delivery to CAF families.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED Education, Certifications and Licenses**College diploma or certificate in Social Service, Adult Education, Community Development or a related field

AND
Some years of experience in human sciences or a related field

Experience

In developing and delivering information sessions to groups and individuals
In working with adults, children, and youths
In community development
In working with a wide crosssection of the community representing diverse backgrounds, cultures and socialeconomic circumstances and divergent goals
In building community partnerships
In mental health industry, an asset
In crisis intervention, an asset
In group facilitation
In maintaining databases and/or spreadsheets
In creating visual aids and support material
In conducting client needs assessments and coaching
In organizing, implementing and evaluating programs

Competencies, Skills and Abilities
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
English essential, Bilingual an asset.

Reading:
Advanced

Writing:
Functional

Oral:
Advanced

BENEFITS AVAILABLE 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.

OTHER INFORMATION CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**- Driver's license is a requirement.

Travel is required
Enhanced Reliability Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check.
This is an onsite position. Remote work may be required depending on health and safety considerations.
The selection process will be done virtually.

START DATE
June 1, 2023

INCLUSION
AND ACCOMMODATION

Job Reference:
CFMWS06894