Job Summary And Requirements This posting will be used to fill one (1) permanent full-time position working 75 hours biweekly. This posting will also be used to establish a 6-month eligibility list to fill future anticipatory perm, term and AOC vacancies.
The Government of Yukon's Continuing Care division is known for its exceptional standards, providing clients with the highest level of care and a healthy workplace for staff. The services offered are among the best in Canada, and Yukon’s long-term care homes ranked second in a recent report issued by the National Institute on Ageing. Continuing Care’s mission is to provide comprehensive care and services, including long-term care, home care, and regional therapy services, to the people of the Yukon.
Our philosophy of care is “Every action and decision performed by this position is founded on respect for the residents, for the promotion of their dignity, individual freedom, choice and lifestyle, and meaningful quality living.”
As a Continuing Care Security Officer, your goal is to ensure this facility remains safe and secure for residents, families, employees, and the public. You’ll be part of a supportive interdisciplinary health care team working to create a safe workplace for staff and a place the residents call home.
Reporting to Manager, Safety & Security, this position is responsible for maintaining the security of the long-term care home and its residents, staff and visitors as well as the facility assets and grounds. The Security Officer may assist Maintenance Persons and other staff as needed.
For more information on this job, please contact Kristie Ross, A/Manager, Safety & Security at ***email_hidden***
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
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you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.
As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.
Experience and/or training in responding to emergency situations
Experience providing safety and security services
Experience using basic computer applications, including email, word processing, and internet-based systems.
Recent experience providing client-centred services in a front-facing public workplace, preferably in a health care or related setting
A profile must be created, and resumes must be submitted in English, through E-recruitment . The official language used in the workplace is English.
Excellent interpersonal skills involving professional interactions with public, industry stakeholders, residents and staff
Used effective communication skills, problem-solving skills, de-escalation techniques, non-violent intervention methods and good judgement to solve conflict problems
Knowledge using Microsoft computer software (ie. Outlook, Word, and Excel) and data systems
Knowledge of personal safety and security protocols and de escalation techniques
You must meet the following conditions before being hired or within the time frame noted:
RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Interaction with residents and their families, staff and members of the public; exposure to animals; exposure to plants/flowers; shift work, weekends and statutory holidays within a 24/7, 365 days per year setting; For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.ca or phone View phone number on ca.workus.org.

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