Security Guard - Full Time - Youthdale Treatment Centre Job Listing at Paladin Security in Toronto, Ontario, ON (Job ID 792867)

Description

Overview

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; 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!

Job Skills / Requirements

Position: Security Guard
Site: Youthdale Treatment Centre
City: 229 Yonge Street - Suite 300, Toronto, ON M5B 1N9
Status: Full Time
Hours: 12 Hours -(0700-1900/1900-0700)
Pay Rate: $25.00 /hr.
Category: (Averaging Agreement - Overtime after 88 hours)

Internal Posting Date: Jul 21, 2025

Internal Closing Date: Jul 28, 2025

External Closing Date: Aug 4, 2025

Are you interested in starting a career in a fast paced and growing industry? As a provider of security services to clients with complex security needs, Paladin Security Group is offering an exciting career opportunity for you to give back to your community, while developing skills for future careers. Our training programs are also a leader in the security industry, and they will help prepare you for advancements, as well as build your resume for a potential career in law enforcement.

Job Description: Working on assigned shifts, you will work 12-hour shifts providing proactive and reactive security patrols and response to incidents.  You will be required to write reports and investigate routine incidents, as well as respond to coded emergencies in a quick and efficient manner.  You should display excellent customer service skills and be able to work with people who are under stress or in need of medical assistance.  In this role, it is essential that you are physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods of time. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides leadership, direction, and ongoing coaching and training
• Ensures all standing orders and scheduled daily activities are carried out as required for each shift
• Ensures site staff adhere to all Paladin Security and site specific security policies and procedures
• Plans and implements shift work schedules
• Ensures all Security Guards have received the mandatory training
• Motivates staff and issues commendations
• Disciplines staff when necessary and ensures proper documentation is passed onto head office
• Attendance Management
• Performs security audits
• Documents and investigates security incidents and complaints
• Provide proactive and reactive security patrols.
• Communicates any concerns/issues with Client Service Manager
• Working on assigned shifts, you will work 12-hour shifts providing proactive and reactive security patrols and responses to incidents in the mental health ward 
• 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 required you to be physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods
• Work closely with vulnerable populations
• 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

What we have to offer: 

• Extensive training programs to set you up for success
• Paid Uniforms 
• Advancement and Career Growth Opportunities 
• Competitive Salary rates $$ 
• Company health benefits! 
• Coaching and Support 

Prerequisites:

1. Immunization Record (Measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and TB skin tests 1 and 2)
2. Must have a Valid Ontario Security Guard License
3. Must have a valid (WSIB-Approved) First Aid and CPR Level-C Certification
4. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with 2 dose minimum. Proof required. 
5. Must be proficient in English (both oral and written)
6. Must be willing to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check upon offer of employment

Certification Requirements (All)

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C
Valid Ontario Security License
Authorized to legally work in Canada
Minimum of 2 years security experience
Use of Force
COVID Double Vaccinated
Immunization Record for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella and two step TB skin test
Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)
Police Foundation Diploma

Additional Information / 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.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

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