Protective Services Officer II

Alberta Health Services is committed to a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. Protective Services is seeking a dedicated, ambitious, and collaborative Protective Services Officer II for the Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury in Ponoka. The Centennial Centre is a state-of-the-art facility providing specialized mental health and brain injury care, with a focus on delivering compassionate and comprehensive treatment. As a member of the Protective Services team, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, staff, and the surrounding community. Your ability to balance empathy with authority will be key as you ensure the security and well-being of everyone at the Centre. In this role, you will be expected to handle a range of complex and sensitive situations, offering proactive solutions while working closely with clinical teams and other stakeholders. Your influence and collaboration will contribute to the overall safety culture within the facility. As the first to respond and recorder of all security incidents, you will require strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage high-pressure situations effectively. Your compassion and ability to connect with others will help defuse conflicts, ensuring a positive and secure environment for everyone. Protective Services aims to build a workforce that reflects the clients we serve. We are committed to fostering a work environment that is both physically and psychologically safe. We are dedicated to fostering strong relationships with Indigenous peoples and deeply respect your knowledge and contributions. Be the face of safety at the Centennial Centre! Help create an inclusive, secure environment where everyone feels respected. We welcome your application to join our team!

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.

High School diploma or equivalent. Active (or eligible) for appointment as a Community Peace Officer with enforcement duties involving the public, as identified by the Province of Alberta/Solicitor General. Successful completion of Alberta Health Services or Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Community Peace Officer Induction Training Program (6 weeks program). Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) Driver's Licence. Valid Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (P.A.R.E.) completed under 4:45 minute, within 6 months prior to commencing employment.

Alberta class 5 operator’s license, or a provincial equivalent, with no more than four demerits and no charges or pending suspensions. Current Standard First Aid and Level C CPR.

Preference will be given to candidates with two years post-secondary education in a law enforcement or criminal justice discipline or Peace Officer experience. Two years post-secondary education in Security, Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice preferred. Two years related security/law enforcement experience preferred. WHMIS training preferred. Certificate in CPI Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Pressure Point Control Tactic an asset. Current First Aid and CPR Level C - AED certification.