Internal/External Posting
This posting is to fill a current vacancy
Reference Number: WORKE001632 If applying by email, indicate the reference number in the subject line

Job Type: Casual Permanent

Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario

Rate of Pay: Unlicensed Hourly $ 25.782 – $ 34.630. Licensed Security Guard (Ontario) Hourly $ 28.197 – $37.874.

Hours of Work: 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and call-in shifts.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Supervisor – Client Services, the Worker – Security will protect and provide security for the hostel facility and parking lot, as well as other SLFNHA properties.

Accountability
The Worker – Security is directly accountable to the designated Supervisor – Client Services.

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.

Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment).

The 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 in security would be preferred, but complete training and support will be provided

Knowledge of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention would be an asset, but training will be provided

Experience in frontline Customer Service working in a fast-paced environment

Positive attention to detail and organizational skills

Able to solve problems, use good judgment, make sound decisions and remain calm in pressurized situations.





Good oral and written communication skills; the ability to complete incident reports and deescalate challenging and sensitive situations.

Good computer and data entry skills

Ability to work independently and work well within a team

The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis

Roles & Responsibilities

Provide security for assigned building/property, ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff of SLFNHA, and respond to emergency alarms, ongoing incidents and other situations as follows the security department’s operating procedures.

Conduct hourly checks of the Hostel building, the parking lot, all hostel wings, electrical rooms, stairwells and fencing around propane tanks and other SLFNHA properties, report issues, concerns, including required maintenance such as faulty lighting, slippery floors, etc.

Ensure fire exits are clear, security access doors are working, and corridors are clear

Ensure all incident reports are documented, ensure that all relevant parties are informed, and the Serious Occurrence Incident Report (SOIR) system is updated.

Use CCTV surveillance equipment and ensure the CCTV security system is in working order at all times.

Provide client services to elders and others, such as assisting with bags when entering and leaving the hostel, providing directions and hostel information, assisting clients who require assistance to medical appointments, and helping them in and out of vehicles.

Provide and approach all clients respectfully with a calm demeanor, ensuring communication is professional at all times, including in situations that are sensitive and challenging.





Work professionally with other agencies in Sioux Lookout, such as OPP, Tikinagan, Nodin, Meno YA Win Health Centre, etc.

Provide shoveling and sanding when required, ensuring exits are clear at all times.

Participate in training and orientation of new staff

Conducting wellness and safety checks

Take the lead and give direction in the evacuation process

Assist when required and perform any other duties assigned

Working Conditions

Ability to work long hours with extended periods on foot.

Considerable Bending, lifting, standing walking (up to 50lbs)

Position involves differing shifts, including weekends and public holidays

Position involves 12-hour shifts, days and nights

Involves working outdoors in various weather conditions

About Working with Us
The Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) serves 33 First Nation communities in the Sioux Lookout region in Ontario, Canada. Mandated by the leadership in these communities, our organization is dedicated to strengthening First Nations by contributing in unique ways to a strong health system for the Anishinabe.

We value respect, relationships, culture, equality and fairness. Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Competitive time off plans that increase with years of service

Pension plan & comprehensive insurance coverage

Fitness reimbursement program

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

No resumes received after application deadline will be accepted.
SLFNHA wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com

SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com

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📌 Worker – Security (Casual) (Ontario)
🏢 Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
📍 Ontario