Security Professional - Youth Shelter
- Mississauga, ON, Canada
$19 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $19 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 1–2 years of security experience in a shelter, supportive housing, Hospital, or similar environment
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Overview
Company Overview:
We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!
Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal today!
Job Description
Allied Universal is seeking Security Professional - Youth Shelter in Mississauga, Ontario.
Job Title: Security Professional - Youth Shelter
Location: Mississauga, ON
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
Shift: Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat | 7am to 7pm | Continental Rotational schedule | Day Shift
Overview
Allied Universal® is seeking experienced Security Professional - Youth Shelter to provide security services at a community shelter environment in Mississauga, Ontario. This role requires individuals who have prior experience working in shelters or similar high-interaction environments, supporting vulnerable populations.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong de-escalation skills, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting, and professionalism when managing challenging behaviors. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, respectful, and controlled environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
Responsibilities
As part of Allied Universal’s standard hiring process, all candidates must successfully complete a background check, which may include criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and reference checks.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an inclusive and equitable employer, encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.
Requisition ID
2026-1707422
Company Overview:
We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!
Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal today!
Job Description
Allied Universal is seeking Security Professional - Youth Shelter in Mississauga, Ontario.
Job Title: Security Professional - Youth Shelter
Location: Mississauga, ON
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
Shift: Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat | 7am to 7pm | Continental Rotational schedule | Day Shift
Overview
Allied Universal® is seeking experienced Security Professional - Youth Shelter to provide security services at a community shelter environment in Mississauga, Ontario. This role requires individuals who have prior experience working in shelters or similar high-interaction environments, supporting vulnerable populations.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong de-escalation skills, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting, and professionalism when managing challenging behaviors. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, respectful, and controlled environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
Responsibilities
- Access Control & Monitoring
- Control and monitor access to the facility
- Verify identification, manage entry logs, and ensure only authorized individuals enter the shelter
- De-escalation & Conflict Management
- Respond to behavioral incidents involving shelter residents or visitors
- Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed approaches
- Maintain calm, professional conduct in high-stress or emotionally charged situations
- Safety & Security Patrols
- Conduct routine patrols of the interior and exterior of the facility
- Identify and report safety hazards, suspicious behavior, or policy violations
- Secure doors, exits, and restricted areas
- Emergency Response
- Respond to medical, fire, security, or behavioral emergencies
- Assist staff during evacuations or critical incidents
- Follow site-specific emergency and incident response protocols
- Incident Documentation
- Complete detailed and accurate incident reports
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, shelter staff, and emergency services when required
- Collaboration with Shelter Staff
- Work closely with shelter staff to support daily operations
- Provide security support during resident interactions, intakes, and high-risk situations
- Minimum 1–2 years of security experience in a shelter, supportive housing, Hospital, or similar environment
- Proven experience working with vulnerable populations
- Strong verbal de-escalation and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and make sound decisions under pressure
- Excellent communication and observation skills
- Ability to maintain professionalism, empathy, and authority simultaneously
- Valid Ontario Security Guard License
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent work experience)
- Legally eligible to work in Canada (up to 40 hours per week)
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within Allied Universal®
- Paid training and professional development
- Supportive leadership and structured site protocols
As part of Allied Universal’s standard hiring process, all candidates must successfully complete a background check, which may include criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and reference checks.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an inclusive and equitable employer, encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.
Requisition ID
2026-1707422
More about this job
Responsibilities
Control facility access, conduct interior and exterior patrols, and identify safety hazards or suspicious behavior. Respond to emergencies and behavioral incidents using de-escalation techniques, document incidents, and coordinate with shelter staff, supervisors, and emergency services.
Requirements
Requires 1–2 years of security experience in a shelter, supportive housing, hospital, or similar setting, including experience supporting vulnerable populations and strong de-escalation skills. Candidates must hold a valid Ontario Security Guard License and First Aid and CPR certification, be at least 18, and have a high school diploma or equivalent work experience.
Skills
- Access Control
- Verbal De-escalation
- Conflict Resolution
- Trauma-Informed Approaches
- Security Patrols
- Emergency Response
- Incident Documentation
- Observation
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Working With Vulnerable Populations
- Professionalism
- Empathy
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Company Discounts
- Career Growth And Advancement Opportunities
- Paid Training
- Professional Development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Social Services
Keywords
- Security Guard License
- First Aid
- CPR
- Access Control
- Identification Verification
- Entry Logs
- De-escalation
- Conflict Resolution
- Trauma-Informed Approaches
- Vulnerable Populations
- Shelter Security
- Supportive Housing
- Security Patrols
- Emergency Response
- Medical Emergencies
- Fire Emergencies
- Incident Reports
- Evacuations
- Risk Management
- Safety Hazards
- Behavioral Incidents
- High-Stress Environments
- Ontario Security Guard License