Security Guard - Weekend Part -Time Days - Centre for Addiction & Mental Health (CAMH)

** Applicants MUST be able to provide proof of medical IMMUNIZATIONS for the following: TB/ Measles/ Mumps/ Rubella/ Varicella
**This requires a doctor's visit and a the complete of a medical form that will need to be signed, dated, and stamped by your doctor/ physician.
**Additionally, applicants must be willing and able to CLEAN SHAVE facial hair to obtain an N-95 Face Mask Fitting Certification*.
** This is an occupational requirement.
This is a Healthcare Site.
Position: | Part-Time Security Guard Site: | CAMH – Centre for Addiction and Mental Health - 250 College Street, Toronto. Averaging Agreement : Overtime is Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours OR ESA Hours: | Saturday and Sunday - 0800-1600 Pay rate: | $18.75/hour Posting Date: October 16, 2024 Closing Date: October 28, 2024
Site Description:
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health is a psychiatric teaching hospital located in Toronto and ten community locations throughout the province of Ontario, Canada. It reports being the largest research facility in Canada for mental health and addiction.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Working on assigned shifts, you will work 12-hour continental shifts providing proactive and reactive security patrols and responses to incidents.

• You will be required to write reports and investigate routine incidents
• Respond to coded emergencies in a quick and efficient manner
• Display excellent customer service skills and be able to work with people who are under stress or in need of medical assistance
• This role requires you to be physically fit and able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time of up to 3-4 hours in between break periods.
• Monitor for and escalate security concerns within the Emergency Department
• Assist in developing security plans for high-risk patients
• Provide security presence and support throughout the Emergency Department
• Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts
• Oversee and support patient watch guards within the Emergency Department
• Work closely with local Law Enforcement and Emergency Services
• Ensure the safety of staff, patients, and visitors within the Emergency Department
• Assist facility staff with patient restraints as required or directed according to standard operating procedures
• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures and maintain compliance

Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Unionized benefits (including Education Allowance & Pension Plan)
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Paid vacation & sick days
• Additional perks!

Prerequisites:

• Immunization Record - TB 1+2, MMR, Varicella
• Must be Double Vaccinated - Fully Vaccinated from COVID-19 with 2 doses minimum.
• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification Level C (WSIB approved provider)
• Vulnerable Sector Check - to be completed upon hire
• Proficient in English (both oral and written)
• Must have a minimum 1-2 years of experience in security
• A diploma in Justice studies/police foundations is considered an asset.
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)
• Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position

Please be aware:
The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite, however Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6 month commitment to the position/availability
Benefits Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Qualifications High School Diploma/GED

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Do you have superior customer service skills and a passion for helping people? Are you able to think quickly on your feet and defuse difficult situations? Your track record of handling a great deal of responsibility combined with your varied life experience and enthusiasm for a job well done make you an ideal candidate for our team! The Paladin Difference starts with our officers; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short-listed will be contacted for an interview.