Healthcare Security Officer

Commissionaires North Saskatchewan is Hiring Healthcare Security Officers!

Location: La Loche, SK, Canada
Schedule: Full-Time | Weekends & Statutory Holidays Required
Pay Rate: $23.00/hour CAD
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Equivalent

Overview

Commissionaires North Saskatchewan is seeking dedicated Healthcare Security Officers to join our team in La Loche, Saskatchewan. This is a unique opportunity to work directly within healthcare environments, supporting patients, healthcare professionals, and hospital operations while making a meaningful impact on community safety.

Healthcare Security Officers play a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This position offers comprehensive training, career development opportunities, and valuable experience for individuals interested in healthcare, public safety, law enforcement, or emergency services.

Responsibilities

Patient Safety

• Provide one-to-one patient watch for high-risk individuals
• Monitor patients and report behavioural changes to clinical staff
• Assist with locating missing or wandering patients
• Maintain accurate patient census information
• Support Safe Walk and Safe Drive programs
• Provide officer presence for special duty assignments

Emergency Response & Crisis Intervention

• Respond to Code White and emergency assistance calls
• De-escalate aggressive, violent, or emotionally distressed individuals
• Assist with patient restraint when authorized and required
• Provide support to police, protective services, and first responders

Facility Security

• Conduct patrols of hospital grounds and facilities
• Monitor surveillance systems and investigate suspicious activity
• Secure entrances, offices, and restricted-access areas
• Manage key control procedures
• Enforce parking regulations and controls
• Conduct heliport inspections as required

Incident Response

• Respond to emergencies throughout the facility
• Apprehend and detain individuals when authorized
• Document and catalogue contraband and dangerous items
• Escort individuals from hospital property when required
• Support hospital emergency preparedness procedures

Administrative & Operational Support

• Complete incident reports and daily activity logs
• Monitor fire systems and safety equipment
• Issue parking passes, lockers, and keys
• Manage lost and found documentation
• Collaborate with healthcare teams, police, EMS, and community partners
• Assist with orientation and training of new officers

Must Have

• Valid Saskatchewan Security Guard Licence or willingness to obtain prior to employment
• Ability to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Ability to successfully pass a physical abilities test
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work weekends and statutory holidays
• Comfortable working in healthcare and crisis-response environments

Nice to Have

• Education in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Health Sciences, or a related field
• Previous experience in security, healthcare, or customer service
• Interest in pursuing a career in healthcare, policing, paramedicine, or emergency services

• Health Care Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Paid Training & Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Mentorship from experienced public safety professionals
• Extensive healthcare security training program

Training Provided

Commissionaires provides comprehensive training in:

• Handcuffing and defensive tactics
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation
• Safe patient restraint techniques
• Clinical documentation standards
• Patient watch procedures
• Hospital emergency response protocols
• Awareness training related to excited delirium, positional asphyxiation, and cerebral hypoxia
• Medication handling and morgue procedures

Work Environment

• Hospital and Emergency Department settings
• Direct interaction with individuals experiencing mental health crises, substance use challenges, and medical emergencies
• Fast-paced and physically active environment
• Standing, walking, and emergency response throughout shifts
• Exposure to emotionally challenging situations requiring professionalism and sound judgment