Security Guard - Part Time - Joseph Brant Hospital

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

Site Overview: Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario is a full-service community hospital offering emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care. Opened in 1961, it serves over 250,000 residents across Halton and Hamilton-Wentworth regions.

Position: Part-Time Security Guard

Site: Joseph Brant Hospital

Hours: Sunday & Saturday (1900-0700)

Payrate: $19.29/hr. - $20.45/hr. (based on levelling system)

Averaging Agreement: Overtime is AA

Start Date: October 1st, 2026

Posting Date: August 30, 2026

Internal Closing Date: September 7, 2026

External Closing Date: September 15, 2026

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct regular rounds of hospital premises, including parking areas, hallways, patient rooms, entrances, and exits, to ensure site safety and security.
• Operate security cameras and alarm systems and report suspicious activity immediately to the appropriate authorities.
• Monitor and control hospital entry points, ensuring only authorized individuals access restricted areas.
• Respond quickly to medical emergencies, fire alarms, security threats, and evacuations. Assist hospital staff during crises.
• Greet and assist visitors, patients, and staff. Provide directions and ensure guests follow hospital policies and procedures.
• De-escalate tense situations, resolve conflicts, and handle all interactions calmly and professionally.
• Accurately document daily activities, incidents, accidents, breaches, and security concerns.
• Work closely with hospital staff and local law enforcement to maintain a coordinated security effort.
• Ensure hospital visitor and patient protocols are followed and address violations according to safety standards.

Requirements:

• Valid Ontario Security License
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB-approved provider
• Immunization records for MMR, Varicella, two COVID-19 doses, and two-step TB skin test
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Minimum one year of healthcare security or law enforcement experience
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Degree in Police Foundations, Protection Security & Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services is an asset
• Able to remain clean-shaven for N95 mask fit testing
• Ability to walk and climb stairs for extended periods
• Valid Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications

Applicants without UOF/MOAB certifications may complete Paladin's pre-employment certification program before onboarding. Training costs are covered by Paladin with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability. The training is unpaid as it is a pre-employment requirement.

Why Choose Paladin:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Free uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning and tailoring allowance
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Daily pay available
• Additional perks

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

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.

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

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability