Security Guard - Full Time - Youthdale Treatment Centre
Paladin Security - 106 Jobs
Toronto, ON
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Job Details:
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: January 16, 2026
Internal Closing Date: January 23, 2026
External Closing Date: January 30, 2026
Job Description:
Working on assigned 12-hour shifts, the Security Guard will provide proactive and reactive security services in a mental health treatment environment. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, responding to incidents and coded emergencies, writing detailed reports, and interacting professionally with individuals under stress or in need of medical assistance. The role requires strong customer service skills, physical stamina, and the ability to work closely with vulnerable populations.
Essential Job Functions:
- Conduct proactive and reactive security patrols
- Respond promptly and effectively to incidents and coded emergencies
- Monitor, identify, and escalate security concerns as required
- Ensure the safety of staff, clients, and visitors
- Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques to manage conflict
- Provide a visible security presence throughout the facility
- Assist with high-risk patient monitoring and security planning
- Oversee and support patient watch activities when assigned
- Write clear, accurate reports and investigate routine incidents
- Communicate concerns and incidents to the Client Service Manager
- Work collaboratively with site staff, local law enforcement, and emergency services
- Adhere to all Paladin Security and site-specific policies and procedures
- Maintain physical readiness to stand and walk for extended periods
Prerequisites:
- Valid Ontario Security Guard License
- Valid WSIB-approved First Aid & CPR Level C certification
- Immunization record (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and TB skin tests 1 & 2)
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (minimum two doses; proof required)
- Proficient in English (oral and written)
- Willing to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check upon offer of employment
Why Choose Paladin?
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Free uniforms
- Security license reimbursement
- Dry cleaning and hemming/tailoring allowance
- Additional employee perks
- Work today, get paid today – daily pay available
