Security Guard - Temporary Full-Time - Lanark County Mental Health

Position: Security Guard - Temporary Full-Time - Lanark County Mental Health

Site: Lanark Country Mental Health - 9 Armstrong Dr Smiths Falls

Hours: Mon to Fri-0030-0800

Payrate: $21.48 hourly

Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Internal posting date: March 16, 2026

Internal closing date: March 23, 2026

External closing date: April 31, 2026

Why Choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Additional perks

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain a visible, alert, and professional security presence
• Greet, assist, and direct visitors and staff as needed
• Ensure safety and security of clients, property, and assets
• Perform interior and exterior patrols, responding to incidents and emergencies
• Document, report, and investigate all security-related events
• Enforce policies and procedures, including access control and site regulations
• Conduct lock/unlock duties and monthly safety inspections
• Work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C Certificate (from a WSIB-approved provider)
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (during onboarding)
• Valid G2 class license with reliable vehicle
• Ability to be clean shaven to pass an N95 Mask Fit Test
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccine (minimum double vaccination)
• Completed immunizations for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and a clear TB result are required at the time of hire.
• How to get hired in Healthcare
• • https://paladinsecurity.com//wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How-to-get-immunization-records-Paladin.pdf
• Immunization Record Form:
• • Immunization-Record-Ontario-Paladin.pdf
• Minimum 6 months' experience in healthcare or non-healthcare security preferred
• 6+ months of customer service experience considered an asset
• Commitment to a minimum 6 months of availability required
• English fluency (oral & written) required; bilingualism (English/French) 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 the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability
• Authorized to legally work in Canada