Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
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David Mackay

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Harm Reduction

NORS
05.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
  • Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
  • Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.
  • Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.

Security Supervisor

Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
10.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Wrote and submitted daily reports on security team operations.
  • Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
  • Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
  • Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to prevent and respond to security incidents.

Bouncer

MacLaren's On Elgin
09.2023 - Current
  • Ejected unruly patrons from premises.
  • Checked IDs and closely examined patrons' faces to verify age.
  • Called police to report criminal acts.

Bouncer

Heart And Crown
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Ejected unruly patrons from premises.
  • Monitored, guarded and patrolled premises to prevent infractions of rules, theft and violence.
  • Checked IDs and closely examined patrons' faces to verify age.
  • Liaised with local police officers, fire services and emergency services to maintain security and service and resolve issues.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.

Shepherds of Good Hope Security Manager

Neptune Security
09.2018 - 01.2021
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Administered CPR and first aid to resuscitate individuals while waiting for emergency medical responders to arrive.
  • Guided periodic property safety inspections and oversaw remedial action for potential hazards.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Provided detailed reports of infractions and criminal acts to law enforcement for trial or hearing procedures.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.

Security Manager

St Joes Parish
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Led identification, development, implementation and maintenance of security requirements for entire organization.
  • Monitored property and investigated any areas of suspicion.
  • Led effective allocation of resources, including budget, inventory, training support and team building.
  • Identified, developed, implemented and maintained security protocols for organization.
  • Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules and enforced policies.
  • Outlined and maintained security patching schedule to efficiently address ongoing system issues.

Asset Protection Specialist

The Bay
07.2015 - 08.2017
  • Reviewed CCTV and audited EAS and exception reports to identify dishonest activity, theft and fraud.
  • Leveraged surveillance and intelligence-led tactics to foster safety and security while minimizing company loss.
  • Led physical security and safety culture through training and by promoting safe and secure standards.
  • Prepared case reports, preserved evidence, interacted with law enforcement and testified in criminal and civil court actions to facilitate prosecution.
  • Demonstrated industry-standard interrogation skills, conducted interviews and collected evidence and documentation for internal investigations.
  • Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
  • Introduced and implanted viable loss control strategies by maintaining strong partnerships and trust with customers.

Security Guard

Securitas Security Services
06.2014 - 07.2016
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Interacted assertively but non-confrontationally with all levels of personnel and general public.
  • Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
  • Administered CPR and first aid to resuscitate individuals while waiting for emergency medical responders to arrive.
  • Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives.
  • Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.

Skills

  • Security understanding
  • Retail security
  • Special event security planning
  • Security Guard License
  • Theft Prevention Training
  • Crisis Intervention Training
  • CCTV Surveillance
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Training Oversight
  • Security team management
  • Schedule Management
  • Workplace security
  • Written Communication
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Interpersonal Communication

Certification

  • Use Of Force. Can sell. Smart serve

Timeline

Bouncer

MacLaren's On Elgin
09.2023 - Current

Harm Reduction

NORS
05.2022 - Current

Bouncer

Heart And Crown
01.2022 - 09.2023

Security Supervisor

Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
10.2021 - Current

Shepherds of Good Hope Security Manager

Neptune Security
09.2018 - 01.2021

Security Manager

St Joes Parish
08.2017 - 09.2018

Asset Protection Specialist

The Bay
07.2015 - 08.2017

Security Guard

Securitas Security Services
06.2014 - 07.2016
David Mackay