Posted 21 days ago
Healthcare Security Guard
@ Paladin Security Group
Perth, Ontario
Overview
Paladin Security Group is hiring casual healthcare security guards for Smiths Falls Hospital, Perth Hospital and Lanark County Mental Health. The work involves patrols, patient monitoring support, de-escalation and incident reporting. Pay is $18.35 to $21.69 per hour on 12-hour shifts, 2 to 3 shifts per week.
Pay:
$18.35–$21.69 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Conduct interior and exterior security patrols, including in inclement weather
- Monitor and supervise patients as needed to support hospital staff
- Respond to incidents and emergencies using verbal de-escalation
- Complete incident and end-of-shift reports
Requirements summary:
- Ontario Security Guard License
- Standard First Aid and CPR Level C from a WSIB-approved provider
- Fluent English, spoken and written
- Pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
- Availability for 2 to 3 12-hour shifts per week
- Commitment of at least 6 months
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-07
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Security & protective services |
| Hours per week | 24 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Ontario Security Guard License, Standard First Aid & CPR Level C, Use of Force, Management of Aggressive Behaviour |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Paid training, Uniform provided |
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Paladin Security Group
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Making the World a Safer & Friendlier Place
Full company description
As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, boasting Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Paladin is Canada’s leading security company, with services and superior expertise that span all types of protection. Our outstanding people, ongoing training, state-of-the-art technology, advanced monitoring stations and passion for customer service excellence enable us to provide the most responsive and effective customer service in the industry. About Us Paladin was established in 1976 to provide basic Security Officer services. From modest beginnings with four employees and one contract, Paladin has grown into one of the largest security companies in Canada with offices from coast to coast. Our Mission Paladin’s mission is to provide our clients with the finest security services and products available. With our extensive range of products and services, we care for our clients’ safety and security. We strive to provide the very best in quality, and therefore commit to investing heavily into the selection, training, support, supervision and personal development of our people.
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As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, boasting Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Paladin is Canada’s leading security company, with services and superior expertise that span all types of protection. Our outstanding people, ongoing training, state-of-the-art technology, advanced monitoring stations and passion for customer service excellence enable us to provide the most responsive and effective…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Security and Investigations |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1976 |
| Specialties | Security GuardsSpecialized SecuritySecurity Systemsand Investigations |
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Position Overview
Position Title: Casual Healthcare Security Guard
Employment Type: Contract / Casual
Pay Rate: $18.35 - $21.69 per hour
Site: Smiths Falls Hospital, Perth Hospital, and Lanark County Mental Health
Schedule: Various 12-hour shifts (0700-1900 / 1900-0700), requiring flexible availability for 2 to 3 shifts per week
Site Overview
Working across Smiths Falls Hospital, Perth Hospital, and Lanark County Mental Health offers a meaningful role within supportive, community-focused healthcare settings. In this position, you help maintain a safe, compassionate environment for patients, medical staff, and visitors. These sites reflect Paladin's CARE values—staying curious, being accountable, showing respect, and delivering exceptional service—creating a workplace where safety, purpose, and professionalism meet.
What You'll Be Doing
Conduct proactive interior and exterior security patrols, including during inclement weather.
Monitor and supervise patients as needed to support hospital staff.
Respond to incidents and emergencies calmly using effective verbal de-escalation and conflict management techniques.
Investigate routine incidents and complete clear, accurate incident and end-of-shift reports.
Enforce site policies, by-laws, parking rules, and non-smoking regulations.
Coordinate with healthcare staff, site leadership, and Paladin management to meet daily operational needs.
Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a site security team.
Sit or stand for up to 12 hours per shift and participate in ongoing training.
Must Haves
Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
Valid Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Certificate from a WSIB-approved provider.
Fluent English communication skills, both spoken and written.
Ability to pass a Vulnerable Sector Check during onboarding.
Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccine doses along with complete immunization records (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, and Step 1 & 2 TB Skin Tests).
Ability to be clean-shaven to meet N95 Mask Fit Test requirements.
Certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB), or willingness to complete Paladin's pre-requisite training program prior to onboarding (training costs covered by Paladin with a 6-month commitment).
Availability for 2 to 3 12-hour shifts per week, flexibility to cross-train across all assigned sites, willingness to complete mandatory onboarding in Kingston, and ability to commit to the role for at least 6 months.
Nice-to-Haves
6 or more months of customer service experience.
What's In It For You?
Opportunities for professional growth and structured training.
Competitive pay with paid vacation, paid sick days, and paid holidays.
Free uniforms provided, including dry cleaning and hemming services.
Security license reimbursement.
Why Join Our Team?
Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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