Family Liaison Officer

Position Type:

Permanent Full time

Compensation Range:

$97,420.00 - $114,660.00

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

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). They provide crisis management, short term counselling and support to families of the fallen. The Family Liaison Officer conducts intake assessments, and connects families with community partners, such as the Military Family Resource Centre.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses
Master’s degree in Social Work, or a related field, AND some years of experience in social work and human services, or a related field
(OR 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.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English essential

Reading:

Functional

Writing:

Functional

Oral:

Advanced

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

Start Date (dd/mm/yyyy):

04/01/2027

OTHER INFORMATION

The location for this position is:

On-Site

The address associated with this location is:

1 Queensway Road, Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada

Relocation Eligibility:

The successful candidate may be eligible for relocation benefits subject to eligibility and approval.

Important Note:

This job advertisement closes at 12:00 AM (midnight) on the indicated closing date, according to the position’s local time zone. The posting is no longer available for applications once that date begins. To be considered, your application must be submitted before the specified deadline. If you experience any technical issues submitting your application, please email [email protected] before the deadline.

WHY JOIN CFMWS?

• A supportive and collaborative culture that values creativity, integrity and teamwork

• The opportunity to make a transformative difference in the lives of Canadian Armed Forces members, their families and Veterans

• Health and Wellbeing benefits (based on eligibility these can include drug, vision and dental coverage, healthcare spending account and access to telemedicine)

• Work-life balance (including leaves) and retirement planning (based on eligibility this includes access to a Defined Benefit Pension Plan)

• Opportunities for professional development, learning and career growth

• National and local discounts and perks

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits.

INCLUSION, EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity or assessment, please inform the recruitment team promptly of any accommodation measures that would help ensure you are assessed fairly and equitably. All information relating to accommodation measures will be handled confidentially.