Employment Coach-Job Developer

Employment Coach-Job Developer

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.

We are recruiting for an Employment Coach-Job Developer. This is an indefinite, full-time contract position to start September 2026. The schedule is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. Occasional evenings are required.

Employment Services supports the people of Ontario, including all Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans, and their families. We have two offices, one in Petawawa and one in Deep River. This position works out of the Petawawa and Deep River offices on a regular rotational basis.

The Role

This position is responsible for developing and delivering employment workshops and employment support services. This includes the development of business partnerships, identifying new employment partners, and actively researching potential job opportunities for the Employment Services client base.

The role is also responsible for ensuring that program activities and services align with the PMFRC strategic plan.

Responsibilities:

• Client assessment and case management
• All facets of job search and career development, including the ability to analyze training and development needs
• Measuring and analyzing service performance
• Effectively applying sales principles to generate job leads and secure employment opportunities for clients
• Preparing written reports and correspondence, and maintaining accurate records
• Networking with community resources
• Working within a multidisciplinary team
• Working with a diverse cross-section of the community including those with higher support needs and those from underrepresented groups
• Participate in and assist with special events

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in social services, human resources, employment counselling, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
• Experience working in not-for-profit organizations
• Strong facilitation skills and experience preparing and delivering workshops to small and medium-sized groups
• Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle for work-related travel, including appropriate driver’s insurance
• Clear criminal record check, vulnerable sector screening and enhanced reliability security clearance
• Demonstrated understanding of Canadian Armed Forces communities, systems, and policies to effectively support families in accessing appropriate services and resources
• English is mandatory; French is an asset

Assets:

• Placement experience supporting individuals with multiple barriers to employment
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid
• Training or education in career development theories or practices

Closing: September 7, 2026

Compensation package:

• Health benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• 2% matching RRSP after one year of employment
• Work-life balance – paid leave (vacation, family-related, and sick leave)

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 human resources generalist know.

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.