Department: Programs Team
Location: Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre (PMFRC) (Petawawa Ontario is in Eastern Ontario, 170 kilometers northwest of Ottawa)
Position Type:
- 1 Vacant position
- Indefinite Full-time
- To Start August 2026
Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday 8:00 – 4:00 (Occasional Evenings will be required)
Salary: $26.57-$29.70
Immediate Supervisor: Military Family Community Advisor
Language Requirement: English Mandatory; French a Strong Asset Screening
Requirement: Enhanced Reliability, Criminal Record, Vulnerable Sector, IS Security Procurement
Who We Are
The Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre (PMFRC) is a non-profit organization with the responsibility of addressing the needs of military families. We provide programs and services that serve, involve, and advocate for our military community, its members and families, and address the unique military lifestyle challenges, resulting in an enhanced quality of life. The PMFRC envisions a community of strong, capable, resilient Canadian Armed Forces families. For more information on who we are, please visit us at PMFRC Website .
The Role(s)
Under the direction of the Military Family Community Advisor, the Military Family Navigator seeks to establish a support network and develop pathways to service for military and Veteran families throughout the Garrison Petawawa area. The Military Family Navigator will be knowledgeable of and build relationships with both military and civilian social service organizations and will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide support, coaching and case management support for military families while they navigate the challenges and transitions associated with the military lifestyle. (More detailed information is available in the accompanying job description)
Education /Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Social Services, Mental Health, Human Services, or a related field, AND some years of experience in direct community service delivery
OR
College Diploma in Social Services, Mental Health, Human Services, or a related field, AND several years of experience in direct community service delivery
OR
A demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrated military education, training, and experience
Certification / Licenses An Asset:
- CPR & First Aid
- Mental Health First Aid
- Life Coach Certification Knowledge Requirements
- Of community development principles
- Of adult learning principles
- Of family resource programs (local and national)
- Of information and referral services principles and practices
- Of determinants of health and well-being
- Of program planning Of the CAF community and lifestyle
Experience Requirements
- In working with a cross-section of the community
- In conducting client needs assessments and life coaching
- In developing and delivering information sessions
- In establishing, sustaining, and fostering a network of community contacts and partnerships
- In organizing, implementing, and evaluating programs
- In developing and facilitating self-help and support groups
- In providing emotional support
- In client case management
Conditions of Employment
- Requirement to be fully vaccinated (two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine).
- Adhere to all PMFRC policies and procedures including policies regarding privacy code and confidentiality.
- Participate/ assist with all special events when required.
- Provide proof of any applicable registration with the respective regulatory body if applicable.
- Ability to provide a clear criminal record check, obtain an enhanced reliability security clearance, and vulnerable sector screening (current within 6 months).
- Valid Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle for work related travel and requisite driver’s insurance.
- Travel within the County of Renfrew.
Posting Date: 03 July 2026
Closing Date: 17 July 2026
Potential Start Date: August 2026
If you wish to become a member of our team, please submit both a cover letter and resume in a Word or PDF format. Please include your daytime contact number and email address.
Should you require accommodation during the selection process, please let the HR Generalist know.
For more information contact: HR Generalist 10-16 Regalbuto Ave, Petawawa ON K8H 1L3
PMFRC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be provided in both English and French. Positions that are not designated bilingual are not translated and are displayed in English only.
The information provided from this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other similar positions, including short-term contracts. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the PMFRC Privacy Policy.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $26.57-$29.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Petawawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
