Healthcare Security Officer – Relocate to Powell River

Securicare is seeking Healthcare Security Officer to support our healthcare security operations in Powell River within the Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) portfolio.

Retention Allowance $1000 Open to relocating to Powell River? Securiguard is hiring full-time Healthcare Security Guards to support our Vancouver Coastal Health portfolio in Powell River.

• We value our team and want to reward commitment! Eligible employees can receive the following bonuses:

  • After successfully completing the 90-day probationary period eligible employees will receive a $500 signing bonus, plus an additional $500 after 6 months of continuous employment.

  Bonuses are paid to employees who are actively employed at the time of payout. Full details of eligibility and conditions will be included in your employment agreement.

  Pay Rate: $24.50/hr

  Location: Qathet General Hospital, Powell River.

  Job Type: Full time and Part time (40 hrs/week)

  Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain a visible security presence throughout the healthcare facility to help provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Manage access to designated areas by monitoring entrances, verifying identification, and ensuring established access-control procedures are followed.
• Perform routine interior and exterior patrols to identify safety concerns, suspicious activity, unauthorized access, or other potential risks.
• Respond to security incidents, medical emergencies, disturbances, alarms, and other urgent situations in accordance with site procedures.
• Use strong communication and de-escalation techniques when interacting with individuals who may be distressed, agitated, or displaying challenging behaviour.
• Support emergency response procedures, including lockdowns, evacuations, and other critical incidents.
• Monitor CCTV, alarms, and other security systems and respond appropriately to identified concerns.
• Prepare clear and accurate incident reports, daily logs, and other required security documentation.
• Work closely with healthcare professionals and site leadership to address security and safety concerns.
• Liaise professionally with police, fire, paramedics, and other emergency services when required.

What You Bring

• Valid BC Security Worker Licence.
• Valid Advanced Security Training (AST) certification is an asset.
• Previous security experience; experience in healthcare, hospital, or other high-risk environments is considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Confidence using de-escalation and conflict-resolution techniques in challenging situations.
• Strong situational awareness, judgment, and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to write clear, detailed, and professional incident reports.
• Basic computer skills and comfort working with electronic reporting and security systems.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with healthcare and security teams.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Post-secondary education in Police Foundations, Criminal Justice, Community Justice Services, Law Enforcement, or a related field is considered an asset.

What's In It for You

• Fun Events Year-Round: From big celebrations to small get-togethers, we love finding reasons to celebrate.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, values-driven team where everyone has a voice and wants you to succeed.
• Training & Growth Opportunities: Continuous learning is part of who we are - expect workshops, micro-lessons, mentorship, and hands-on projects that build your skills for today and your career tomorrow.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of an award-winning organization recognized for its culture of respect, empathy, and accountability - where every person contributes to making people feel safe.

At Securicare, we live by our R.E.A.C.H. values:

Respect · Empathy · Accountability · Courtesy · Honesty

At Securicare, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and employee growth. This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring a seamless and welcoming office environment.

Ready to join the team? Apply today!