Security Guard 1 - Forensic Secure Unit A

CAMH; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CAMH in Toronto is seeking a Security Guard 1 to provide security, surveillance, and access control in an inpatient setting, protecting patients, staff, and visitors. You will monitor movement, respond to incidents, and maintain safety equipment in compliance with hospital procedures.

The role requires a Grade 12 education, a two-year law enforcement program, a valid security license, and the ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education.
• Completion of a recognized two-year Community College Law Enforcement program.
• Valid Security Guard license under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005.
• Clean Criminal Record.
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year of security experience.
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sensitivity when working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the movement of patients, staff, and visitors within secured areas
• Provide continuous interior and perimeter surveillance through observation and documentation
• Maintain key control and personal alarm systems
• Conduct routine security checks of unit perimeters and safety equipment
• Conduct person searches and unit searches for security screening or incident investigation
• Support investigations through accurate observation, reporting, and documentation
• Respond to emergencies calmly and effectively in accordance with procedures
• Assist in managing incidents while maintaining safety
• Apply fire safety, emergency response, and hazardous materials awareness practices
• Complete accurate security documentation and reports
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, visitors, and team members
• Demonstrate professionalism and sensitivity when interacting with individuals experiencing mental health challenges
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Exercise sound judgment, problem-solving, and independent decision-making
• Support a respectful, inclusive, and service-oriented workplace
• Comply with all applicable legislative, regulatory, and organizational requirements

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Calm under pressure

Problem-solving

Independent work

Basic computer literacy

Strong judgment

Education

Grade 12 education

Two-year Community College Law Enforcement program

Job description

Job Description

The Security Guard 1 provides security, surveillance, and access control services in an inpatient or secure environment to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. The role is responsible for monitoring movement, maintaining perimeter and interior security, conducting searches, responding to emergencies, and supporting a safe, respectful, and orderly environment in compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

Job Description

The Security Guard 1 provides security, surveillance, and access control services in an inpatient or secure environment to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. The role is responsible for monitoring movement, maintaining perimeter and interior security, conducting searches, responding to emergencies, and supporting a safe, respectful, and orderly environment in compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the movement of patients, staff, and visitors within secured areas
• Provide continuous interior and perimeter surveillance through observation and documentation
• Maintain key control and personal alarm systems
• Conduct routine and situational security checks of unit perimeters and safety equipment

Search & Security Screening

• Conduct person searches and unit searches for security screening or incident investigation
• Support investigations through accurate observation, reporting, and documentation
• Identify and report security risks, hazards, or breaches

Safety, Emergency & Incident Response

• Respond to emergencies calmly and effectively in accordance with procedures
• Assist in managing incidents while maintaining safety
• Apply fire safety, emergency response, and hazardous materials awareness practices

Documentation & Communication

• Complete accurate security documentation and reports
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, visitors, and team members
• Demonstrate professionalism and sensitivity when interacting with individuals experiencing mental health challenges

Professional Practice & Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Exercise sound judgment, problem‑solving, and independent decision‑making
• Support a respectful, inclusive, and service‑oriented workplace
• Comply with all applicable legislative, regulatory, and organizational requirements

Shift & Work Requirements

• Work rotating day, evening, and night shifts
• Work 12-hour shifts on a 24-hour rotating schedule, including weekends

Qualifications/Requirements

• Grade 12 education
• Completion of a recognized two-year Community College Law Enforcement program
• Valid Security Guard licence under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005
• Clean Criminal Record
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year of security experience
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Sensitivity when working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong judgment and problem‑solving skills
• Availability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including weekends

Nice to Haves

• Previous security experience in a health care or inpatient setting
• Knowledge of fire safety and emergency response procedures
• WHMIS training
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language

Salary Range: $24.76 – $30.52 per hour

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.