Security Guard 2 - Women’s Secure Forensic Unit & Structured Observation and Treatment Unit

CAMH

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Temps-partiel
  • Il y a 17 jours
Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system - a world where Mental Health is Health.To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at:To view our Land Acknowledgment, please clickThe Complex Care and Recovery Program, Forensic Division requires a part-time, permanent Security Guard 2 to work on the Women's Secure Forensic Unit (WSFU) and Secure Observation and Treatment Unit (SOTU) to provide surveillance and assistance for patients, visitors and staff. Your primary responsibility will be to monitor and control movement of patients, staff and visitors through the perimeter of the Unit. You will also be responsible for providing both interior and perimeter security measures for the inpatient unit by means of surveillance and documentation as well as being responsible for key control. You will escort clients from Unit 3 to appointments throughout the GTA. In addition, you will occasionally perform security checks of the unit perimeter and safety/security equipment on the unit, as well as patient searches. You will be required to work extended tours, which include days, nights and weekends. You will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements. This position is located at 1001 Queen Street West. Candidates must be available to work on all shifts - days, evenings, nights, weekends, including holidays.
  • A valid PSIS's Security Guard License is required.
  • The ideal candidate will possess 2 Years Community College education in law enforcement field or be in progress of completion.
  • You must have 6 months - 1 year of security experience and be First Aid/CPR Certified.
  • 1 year healthcare experience would be an asset.
You must have the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public, staff and clients. A motivated team player with a positive service-oriented approach, you will have strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated sensitivity towards Mental Health and Addiction clientele. The incumbent must be able to work with minimal supervision, problem-solve and exercise good judgment in varied situations. You possess a fundamental understanding of computers and software applications. Knowledge of fire and hospital emergency response procedures, W.H.M.I.S. and non-violent crisis intervention techniques are considered assets. The ability to work with clients of diverse ethno racial and cultural backgrounds is required. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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