Security Officer - SMHC

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Selkirk; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Shared Health - Selkirk Mental Health Centre is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to support SH Security Services SMHC. The role involves monitoring CCTV, managing access, and responding to incidents within a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare environments, strong communication skills, and the ability to act calmly during crises. This is an in-person, full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Must possess a valid Manitoba Security Guard License.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Clear Adult Abuse Registry Check.
• Certification through CGSB and/or Manitoba Security Guard Training Standard.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services and monitor CCTV and radios.
• Assist in crisis and emergency situations.
• Maintain access control and safety in a healthcare setting.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to support patient safety.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Team building

Calm under pressure

Crisis response

Education

High school diploma

Security Officer Training Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV systems

Card access systems

Radio equipment

Job description

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Site: Shared Health - Selkirk Mental Health Centre

Department / Unit: SH Security Services SMHC

Job Stream: Non-Clinical

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date: 12/10/2026

FTE: 1.00

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 11.63

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Experience

• Prior security experience preferred.
• Experience providing security services dealing with difficult behaviours.
• Experience with security equipment such as CCTV, radios, card access systems.
• Experience with providing assistance in a crisis/emergency situation.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment, desired.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba Standards, required.
• Diploma from a recognized education facility for Security Officer Training, or a combination of previous experience in law enforcement or a military background.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Must possess a valid Manitoba Security Guard License and/or any future license mandated by Manitoba Justice to perform the duties of a Security Guard.
• Certification through the Canadian General Standards Board and/or Manitoba Security Guard Training Standard.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Clear Adult Abuse Registry Check.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and respectful manner.
• Knowledge of mental health issues, desired.
• Must be able to perform activities that include pre-landing inspections, activation of emergency systems and assisting patient off-loads.
• Demonstrated ability to use a two-way radio is required.
• Ability to interact well with others.
• Ability to retain information which is of a confidential nature.
• Must possess tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to use discretion and good judgement.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Mature, professional manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires a considerable amount of walking and the physical ability to restrain or evict unauthorized individuals.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better.

If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours,

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.