Healthcare Security Shift Supervisor

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

Summary: 

The Shift Security Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the delivery of high-quality security services during an assigned shift within a healthcare environment. This role acts as a liaison between the Site Supervisor and frontline Security Officers, ensuring operational effectiveness, staff performance, and compliance with all policies and procedures. 

The position requires strong leadership, sound decision-making, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic and often high-pressure setting. The primary objective is to maintain a safe, secure, and professional environment for patients, staff, visitors, and property. 

The Shift Supervisor will be working closely with and reporting directly to the Site Security Supervisor.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise Security Officers on shift, ensuring a high standard of professionalism, customer service, and performance 
• Act as the primary on-site point of contact for SOC, clinical teams, facilities, and client representatives 
• Enforce all Paladin and client policies, procedures, and site orders 
• Ensure completion of accurate and timely daily reports and incident reports; follow up on deficiencies 
• Monitor officer performance and conduct coaching, recognition, and corrective action as required 
• Conduct site orientation and training for new staff, ensuring onboarding requirements are completed 
• Maintain awareness of staffing levels and assist with scheduling and shift coverage as needed 
• Coordinate coverage for absences, including short-notice book-offs and emergency situations 
• Address and resolve operational issues, escalating concerns where required 
• Follow up and solve customer/client concerns and queries as well as make recommendations to the Site Supervisor to improve security policies and processes 
• Ensure all incidents, WorkSafe injuries, and safety concerns are reported promptly 
• Maintain accurate documentation of all activities and incidents, including support of monthly site audits and deliverables 
• Respond to emergency situations and provide leadership during incidents 
• Promote a positive patient experience through professional and empathetic interactions 
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Site Supervisor 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education and Experience  

• Minimum 2 years of healthcare security experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Completion of Paladin Supervisor Training, or willingness to complete 
• Previous acting supervisor, supervisor or leadership experience is considered an asset 

Skills and Abilities  

• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills 
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Demonstrated professionalism and strong interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment 
• Ability to manage routine and emergency situations calmly and efficiently 
• Strong knowledge of site orders, healthcare security practices, and safety protocols 
• Proficiency with security systems including CCTV, access control, fire systems, and WinTeam 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications 
• Strong report writing and documentation skills 
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the role, including the ability to maintain all Use of Force training and qualifications 

Additional Information / Benefits

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.