Trenton MFRC
General Position Overview
The Veteran Family Program Navigator will require a thorough understanding of the unique and challenging lifestyle experienced by Military and Veteran Families as they transition to post service life. The Veteran Family Program Navigator will be responsible to provide information referrals. services, activities, groups and navigational support that mitigate the challenges faced during transition by medically releasing/released CAF members, Veterans and their families.
Qualifications and Competencies
The Veteran Family Program Navigator will have:
· a post-secondary degree/diploma in social services from a recognized University/College or equivalent education and experience in a related field.
· a minimum of two (2) yearsexperience providing support to clients in navigating systems;
· a minimum of two (2) years experience working within a community-based organization, or social service agency;
· have an exceptional understanding of the unique Military lifestyle issues facing medically releasing/released Veterans and their families,
· a strong understanding of Canadian Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs systems and programs;
· the ability to provide mental health crisis support
· experience in program administration and delivery;
· a clear understanding of the principles of adult education;
· proven abilities in working with individuals and groups to facilitate the development of programs;
· be fluent in oral and written English; fluency in oral and written French will be considered an asset;
· a high degree of interpersonal and communication skills;
· have the ability to manage change and work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment;
· be proficient in various computer applications and have the ability to adapt to new applications as they become available;
· have an approved vulnerable sector screen and police records check;
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.50-$29.98 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2026-01-20
To apply for this job please visit ca.indeed.com.