Security Guard - Full Time - Southlake Hospital

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

Site Description: Southlake Regional Health is a full-service hospital with a clinically advanced focus. Southlake is responsible for developing and providing advanced levels of care to the more than 1 million people who reside in York Region, Simcoe County, and as far north as Muskoka.

Position: Security Guard

Location: Southlake Regional Hospital

Pay Rate: $19.19/hr. - $21.58/hr. "based on levelling system"

Hours: Rotating Continental (0700-1900/1900-0700)

Category: Averaging Agreement - Overtime after 88 Hours

Internal Opening Date: July 21, 2026

Internal Closing Date: July 28, 2026

External Closing Date: July 28, 2026

Key responsibilities:

• Working on assigned shifts, you will work 12-hour shifts providing proactive and reactive security patrols and responses to incidents in the mental health ward
• You will be required to write reports and investigate routine incidents
• Respond to coded emergencies in a quick and efficient manner
• Display excellent customer service skills and be able to work with people who are under stress or in need of medical assistance
• This role required you to be physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods
• Work closely with vulnerable populations
• Monitor for and escalate security concerns within the Emergency Department
• Assist in developing security plans for high-risk patients
• Provide security presence and support throughout the Emergency Department
• Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts
• Oversee and support patient watch guards within the Emergency Department
• Work closely with local Law Enforcement and Emergency Services
• Ensure the safety of staff, patients, and visitors within the Emergency Department

Requirements:

• A Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Proficient in English (both oral and written)
• Degree in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services would be an asset
• Previous one year experience in healthcare security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
• Proof of double Covid Vaccination
• Immunization Record (measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and TB skin tests 1 and 2)
• Valid First Aid and CPR Level C Certification
• Able to provide a clean shaven face in order to pass a N95 mask fit test
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Please be aware: The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre-employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability

Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Additional perks
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available

Certification Requirements (All)

Use of Force in Class Training
First Aid and CPR - Level C Certification
Valid Ontario Security License
Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: 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