Security Guard

Site Description:

Downtown Mission is a faith-based non-profit providing shelter, meals, and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness. Expect high foot traffic, vulnerable populations, and occasional crisis situations.

Position:
Full-Time Security Guard

Site:
Downtown Mission, 875 Ouellette Ave.

Shifts Available: Mon-Fri  OR Mon-Fri

Payrate: $18.35

Internal Posting Date: 1/12/26

Internal Closing Date: 1/16/26

External Closing Date: 1/30/26

Key Responsibilities:

· Be able to keep an open and objective mind, remembering the city’s diverse community.

· Assist visitors, and employee during crisis and contact the necessary emergency services as needed

· Ensure that the property is safe by ensuring all security measures are functioning properly

· Enthusiastically conducts proactive patrols (exterior and Interior), and be able to address policy breeches, and note facility concerns.

· Attend and investigate security alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner as not to create a panic amongst the public

· Ability to de-escalate a crisis, provide support and liaise with emergency personnel including; police, fire and paramedic resources.

· Handle Lost & Found items and inquiries

· Ability to provide first aid and medical response when required to any person

· Maintain positive and constructive relationships with The Client’s staff and external clients by providing timely and accurate support as required.

· Perform duties and tasks assigned by the Security Leadership team and respond to the directions of the client;
City of Windsor

· Performing other related duties as assigned by the city

Prerequisites:

· Valid Security License for the province of Ontario

· Valid First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB approved provider

· English (oral and written) fluency is a must

· 3 Years of experience in security is required

· Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)

· Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position

· Legally authorized to work in Canada

Please be aware:
The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre-employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability

Why choose Paladin?

-Opportunities for training and professional development

- Competitive salary and benefits package.

- Free Uniforms

- Security license reimbursement

- Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance

-Daily Pay options

- Additional perks