Job Description

Your Opportunity:

We are looking for a Protective Services Officer II that is familiar with Canadian Law as well as current legislation relating to fire, security & law enforcement. Someone that understands the application of security technology in assessing situations & has strong interpersonal, communication, organizational & administrative skills. Self-defense training including restraint & handcuffing techniques are an asset as well as computer application skills in a Microsoft Window/Office environment & good documentation & report writing skills. Effective handling of stress, conflict/negotiation skills is needed. Physical exertion is required with lifting, pushing, pulling, restraining & standing for long periods. Ability to provide a positive & friendly approach that will enable you to deal with challenging situations with empathy & sincerity. Ability to work effectively independently, & within a team, effectively managing his or her time & setting priorities when faced with multiple tasks & deadlines over some time. Open to occasional travel & possible overnight stay based on out-of-zone urgent response requirements. AHS currently has a Northern Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $6,300. This allowance is non-pensionable & is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Permanent & temporary employees working more than one (1) year whose work sites are above the 57th parallel are also eligible to receive an annual reimbursement of personal travel expenses to an annual maximum of $1,235. Eligible employees will be reimbursed for the cost of one (1) round trip, per calendar year, to any destination within Alberta. Travel must originate from a community above the 57th parallel to any destination within Alberta and cannot be carried over.

Description:

As a Protective Services Officer II, you will provide security and protective services for all patients, visitors, staff and AHS property including: violence monitoring, prevention and intervention; enforcement of applicable federal, provincial and municipal statutes; asset loss prevention and internal investigations; preparation of court documents and securing evidence; risk assessment and hazard identification; arrests, apprehensions and detentions of persons and first responder to critical events. You will provide support for facility departments on matters of security and safety practices, participates in reviewing and recommending policy, and fosters and maintains positive public relations through relationships with internal and external contacts.

• Classification: Protective Services Officer II
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Plant Security
• Primary Location: High Level Northwest Health Ct
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 23-SEP-2022
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 03-OCT-2022
• Hours per Shift: 0-12
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $32.36
• Maximum Salary: $37.06
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Active or eligible for appointment as a Community Peace Officer I by the Alberta Solicitor General. Completion of the Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (P.A.R.E.) within 6 months prior to commencement with Alberta Health Services. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Additional Required Qualifications:

Valid class 5 non-GDL driver's license. Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with 2 years of post-secondary education in law enforcement or criminal justice discipline. 2 years of post-secondary education in Security, Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice preferred. 2 years related security/law enforcement experience preferred. WHMIS training is preferred. Certificate in CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Pressure Point Control Tactic an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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We're passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it's about putting patients' and families' experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.