JOB DESCRIPTION

Allied Universal is seeking Professional Security Guards in Canada.
Title: Security Guard (Patient watch)
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Type: Full-Time
Number of Roles: 08h00-20h00; 20h00-08h00 ( 2 week rotation for the work days,day will vary depending on rotation)

SALARY: $18.00

Overview:
Allied Universal, a global leader in security services, is currently seeking a highly skilled Security Professional to oversee security operations across the Ottawa area. This position requires a dedicated security professional with a strong commitment to safety, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to maintain a calm, effective response in high-pressure situations. We are looking for individuals who are reliable, flexible, and ready to take on the responsibility of ensuring the security of our client site.

Responsibilities:

• Management of all lost and found items as per site policies.
• Deals with Staff and the Public in a confident, professional manner and de-escalate volatile situations. E.g., liaise with people in waiting areas in situations of high volumes/extended wait times to manage expectations and maintain a de-escalated situation.
• Regularly patrol all interior and exterior building(s) and areas of property,
• including Parking Areas. Electronically record check in points, as required by site.
• Show professional, visible presence in general exterior area, ED waiting room, at access points, shift changes, and upon request to specific locations (e.g.: in view of a particular patient).
• Control removal of assets and equipment from the building.
• Manages building entry and egress access control, as required
• Monitor surveillance systems, alarms, intrusion detection systems and fire detection
• Notify the Security Manager or other designated staff members of any safety hazards,
• maintenance problems, and other concerns, unusual events, and/or suspicious activity.
• Documentation of duties performed on shift and involvement of incidents and create necessary notes and reports.
• Enforces hospital policies as they relate to smoking/vaping on hospital property, including parking lot areas.
• Understand Purchaser policies and procedures as they relate to security.
• Performing security escorts, as required.
• Assist, support, and cooperate with staff, police, fire, and EMS as needed
• Responding to calls for locking and unlocking doors and elevators, arranging access to
• controlled areas (e.g. Morgue, conference rooms, Family Care Centre, stores supplies), as needed.
• Locks and unlocks elevators and places in Fire mode for the Fire Department, when required
• Respond, on scene, to emergency codes (as appropriate per the Purchaser) and all other types of security related emergencies (e.g. alarms in building security/door access, wandering and duress alerts, etc.) as they occur. Participates in debriefings when requested.
• Respond to secondary sites as required by the Purchaser.
• Manage and respond to issues at the parking lot gates and pay stations,
• Perform Patient Watch / Rapid Response Security Guard duties, as a replacement or if required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be FULLY Bilingual (both oral and written - French and English)
• Valid Ontario Security License.
• High School Diploma required
• 1-2 years of experience as a security guard.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada up to 40 hours a week
• Good communication written and oral
• Good interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities
• First aid and CPR level C
• Certified Use of Force training; certified to use handcuffs.

Physical Requirements:

• Remain on your feet or walk continuously (potentially for an entire shift) on different surfaces.
• Occasionally ascend stairs, ramps, or ladders throughout the shift.
• Possess a good knowledge and expertise in all aspects of security/fire emergency procedures, all Hospital Emergency
• Periodically bend or twist at the waist, knees, or neck to complete various tasks.
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds.
• Work in various conditions, including outdoor environments with extreme weather such as cold, snow, rain, or heat.
• Running may be required.

Additional Requirements:

• Mantoux test (tuberculosis)
• Measles/Rougeole (proof of vaccination or serology)
• Measles/ Oreillons (proof of vaccination or serology)
• German Measles or Rubella (proof of vaccination or serology)
• Chicken Pox Varicelle (proof of vaccination or serology)
• Covid vaccinations
• Highly recommended (but not required): - Hepatitis B -Flu Vaccination

Benefits :

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Paid training and development programs.

Disclaimer:
As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates being considered for employment with Allied Universal are required to undergo a background check. This background check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and professional references

• Management of all lost and found items as per site policies.
• Deals with Staff and the Public in a confident, professional manner and de-escalate volatile situations. E.g., liaise with people in waiting areas in situations of high volumes/extended wait times to manage expectations and maintain a de-escalated situation.
• Regularly patrol all interior and exterior building(s) and areas of property,
• including Parking Areas. Electronically record check in points, as required by site.
• Show professional, visible presence in general exterior area, ED waiting room, at access points, shift changes, and upon request to specific locations (e.g.: in view of a particular patient).
• Control removal of assets and equipment from the building.
• Manages building entry and egress access control, as required
• Monitor surveillance systems, alarms, intrusion detection systems and fire detection
• Notify the Security Manager or other designated staff members of any safety hazards,
• maintenance problems, and other concerns, unusual events, and/or suspicious activity.
• Documentation of duties performed on shift and involvement of incidents and create necessary notes and reports.
• Enforces hospital policies as they relate to smoking/vaping on hospital property, including parking lot areas.
• Understand Purchaser policies and procedures as they relate to security.
• Performing security escorts, as required.
• Assist, support, and cooperate with staff, police, fire, and EMS as needed
• Responding to calls for locking and unlocking doors and elevators, arranging access to
• controlled areas (e.g. Morgue, conference rooms, Family Care Centre, stores supplies), as needed.
• Locks and unlocks elevators and places in Fire mode for the Fire Department, when required
• Respond, on scene, to emergency codes (as appropriate per the Purchaser) and all other types of security related emergencies (e.g. alarms in building security/door access, wandering and duress alerts, etc.) as they occur. Participates in debriefings when requested.
• Respond to secondary sites as required by the Purchaser.
• Manage and respond to issues at the parking lot gates and pay stations,
• Perform Patient Watch / Rapid Response Security Guard duties, as a replacement or if required.
• Other duties as assigned