Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services

Family Transition Advisor (FTA) – Atlantic Region-EN

NB
On-site
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

$85,980–$101,190 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Serve as the primary contact for military families navigating transition to civilian life, conducting intake and needs assessments and developing personalized Family Transition Plans. Coordinate non-clinical support and referrals, build regional partnerships, provide warm handoffs, and contribute service data and feedback to improve program quality.

Job details

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 The Family Transition Advisor (FTA) is based at the Transition Centre in Halifax and provides regional Military to Civilian Transition services to families of Canadian Armed Forces members across Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. As the family’s primary point of contact for transition support, the FTA helps families understand the transition process, identify strengths, priorities and potential challenges, and develop a personalized Family Transition Plan. Using a confidential, family-centred and strengths-based approach, the FTA completes intake and needs assessment, supports transition planning and navigation, provides information and education, and coordinates referrals to Military Family Resource Centres, community services and other partners. The FTA leads family navigation and transition planning before release and works with the family’s consent to support coordinated service delivery. The FTA collaborates with Transition Centre personnel, Family Liaison Officers, Veteran Family Program Coordinators, Military Family Resource Centres and other service partners to provide consistent and seamless family experience. The role maintains current knowledge of resources across the area of responsibility, develops regional and community partnerships, completes warm handoffs when ongoing or specialized support is required, and contributes service data and family feedback to strengthen national consistency, program quality and continuous improvement. This client-focused role requires strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, as well as adaptability, sound judgment, and leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for non-clinical case coordination and must be able to work independently within a national service delivery framework. 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 cross-section of the community representing diverse backgrounds, cultures and social-economic 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 (English and French) an asset Reading: Advanced Writing: Functional Oral: Advanced Benefits Available Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance. Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days. Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans. Learning and Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training. Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation. Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits Other Information This is an on-site position with an assigned work location based in Halifax. This Halifax based position provides support across Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and requires virtual service delivery, regional travel and scheduling flexibility. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively within a secure, privacy-conscious environment and maintain a valid driver’s license. Interviews will be conducted virtually. As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must successfully complete a Reliability status security screening. As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must complete a Vulnerable Sector Check. START DATE Nov 16, 2026 INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION 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. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. New Brunswick

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Requirements

A college diploma or certificate in social service, adult education, community development, or a related field is required, along with some experience in human sciences or a related field. Candidates need experience in areas such as needs assessment, coaching, group facilitation, community partnerships, program delivery, and working with diverse populations; a valid driver’s license and successful security screening and Vulnerable Sector Check are also required.