Casual Healthcare Security Officer

**Site Description:** St. Mary's Memorial Hospital is a community hospital that serves the communities of Sherbrooke and surrounding areas. The hospital’s Community Health Centre provides a space where services, programs and physicians' offices are all under one roof.

**Position Details:**

**Position:** Casual Healthcare Security Guard

**Site:** St. Mary's Memorial Hospital

**Payrate:** $ 20.50

**Key Responsibilities:**

* **Patrol Hospital Grounds:** Conduct regular rounds of hospital premises, including parking areas, hallways, patient rooms, entrances, and exits, to ensure the safety and security of the site.
* **Monitor Surveillance Systems:** Operate security cameras and alarm systems, ensuring any suspicious activity is reported immediately to the appropriate authorities.
* **Access Control**: Monitor and control entry points to the hospital, ensuring that only authorized individuals are allowed access to restricted areas.
* **Respond to Emergencies:** Act quickly in emergency situations, such as medical emergencies, fire alarms, or security threats. Assist hospital staff as needed during crises and evacuations.
* **Provide Customer Service:** Greet and assist visitors, patients, and hospital staff. Provide directions and ensure that guests adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
* **Conflict Resolution:** De-escalate tense situations, resolve conflicts, and ensure that all interactions are handled calmly and professionally.
* **Report Writing:** Document daily activities, incidents, or accidents accurately. Complete reports on incidents, breaches, and security concerns.
* **Collaboration with Hospital Staff**: Work closely with hospital staff and local law enforcement to provide a coordinated security effort and ensure the safety of all parties involved.
* **Enforce Hospital Policies:** Ensure that hospital policies, including visitor and patient protocols, are followed. Address any violations in a manner that upholds hospital safety standards

**Prerequisites:**

* Ability to obtain Security License for the province of Nova Scotia
* Valid Intermediate First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a CSA-approved vendor)
* English (oral and written) fluency is a must
* Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
* Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
* Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
* Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite; however, Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

First Aid and CPR - Level C Certification
Valid Driver's License

**Why choose Paladin?**

* Your paycheck, on your schedule—daily pay offered.
* Opportunities for training and professional development.
* Competitive wage and benefits package.
* Free Uniforms
* Company paid Security license
* Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
* Paid vacation & sick days