Accountability:

Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Worker - Security will provide security for the Hostel facility, parking lot and other SLFNHA property.

The Hostel Worker - Security is directly accountable to the Supervisor - Security.

Opportunity Details:

2025 Salary Range: Licensed in Ontario as a Security Guard $28.197 to $37.874 per hour / Not licensed in Ontario as a Security Guard $25.782 to $34.630 per hour

Position Type: Full Time

Posting Type: This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario

Hours of Work: Rotating alternate hour schedule (12 hours per shift) includes days/nights/weekends/holidays

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Qualifications:

• Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment).
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects in the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset.
• Written and oral communication skills acceptable to the employer that meet the requirements of the role of Worker - Security.
• Completion of security training / Provincial security licensing / police sciences would be a definite asset
• Experience as a security personnel would be preferred, but full training and support will be provided
• Knowledge of Non Violent Crisis intervention would be a asset but training will be provided
• Experience in frontline Customer Service working in a fast paced environment
• Good attention to detail
• Able to problem solve, use good judgment, make sound decisions and remain calm
• Ability to work independently and works well with in a team
• Ability to work long hours with extended periods on feet
• The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct hourly checks for Hostel building, parking lot and other SLFNHA property
• Monitor clients with protection issues as directed
• Patrol parking lots- taking note of any suspicious behavior. May direct person(s) to leave the area
• Call local police in regards to client/escort trespassing violation.
• Monday to Friday after 4:30 pm/weekend, Front Reception and Front Desk coverage.
• Assist maintenance in shoveling and sanding afterhours and weekends
• Ensures incidents are reported to the Director of Client Services and Team Leaders in a timely manner
• Ensuring the CCTV security system is in working order at all times, operational and report equipment issues
• Providing maintenance checks on CCTV security systems (i.e. cameras)
• Monitor corridor/link front, rear side entrances and emergency exits for persons that are trespassing. Make sure fire exits are cleared of obstructions and if exits are blocked, send incident report to Health and Safety
• Working with Meno Ya Win Health Centre Security department on any operational issues that may arise as directed
• Ensuring all security access doors are in working order and report any maintenance issues to maintenance or 24 tech support
• Ensure lights in parking lots and rear entrance bollards are working effectively
• Monitor fencing around propane tanks (locks, fencing is secured), report any deficiencies to maintenance, ensure gate fencing is closed and locked at all times
• Responsible for all security exits ensuring they are clear of any hazards (snow)
• Assist with the luggage when necessary
• Participate in training and orientation of new staff (preferably Senior Personnel)
• Conducting room checks every shift
• Take out/sign out wheel chairs for client usage
• Specialty Security – supervision of clients at times
• As part of rounds – electrical room
• Trouble shooting on panels
• Take lead and give direction in evacuation process
• Direction with contractors to ensure snow removal of doorways and sidewalks is completed when snow fall is in excess of one inch
• Provide assistance when required and any other duties assigned

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.

Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.

We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees:

• Pension plan
• Fitness reimbursement program
• Comprehensive insurance coverage
• Professional development opportunities
• Relocation assistance