Casual Healthcare Security Guard

Paladin Security; Smiths Falls; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary and benefits

Free Uniforms

Security License reimbursement

Dry cleaning & hemming

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Paladin Security Ltd. is seeking a Casual Healthcare Security Guard to support Smiths Falls and Perth District Hospital sites, including Lanark County Mental Health. The role involves patrolling, monitoring patients, incident response, and liaising with staff.

Applicants must have legal work status in Canada, First Aid & CPR Level C, valid Ontario Security License, and ability to complete UoF/MOAB trainings. A commitment of 6 months and 2–3 12-hour shifts per week are required.

Qualifications

• Authorized to legally work in Canada.
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C certificate.
• Valid Ontario Security License.
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• 6+ months of customer service experience preferred.
• Prerequisites: UoF and MOAB training (not paid).
• Willingness to train at multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interior and exterior security patrols in various weather.
• Monitor and supervise patients as required.
• Respond to incidents calmly and use de-escalation techniques.
• Investigate routine incidents and complete reports.
• Enforce site bylaws and Paladin policies.
• Liaise with management and on-site staff to meet requirements.
• Operate independently and as part of a team.
• Stand or sit up to 12 hours per shift.
• Complete mandatory onboarding and ongoing training.
• Commit to the position for 6 months.

Skills

Customer service

Conflict management

Verbal de-escalation

Observation skills

Education

First Aid & CPR Level C

Ontario Security License

Vulnerable Sector Check

UoF/MOAB training

Job description

Casual Healthcare Security Guard(Paladin Security Ltd)

Position: Casual Healthcare Security Guard

Sites : Smiths Falls Hospital, Perth Hospital, Lanark County Mental Health

Date Posted: September 14, 2026

Site Description: Working with Paladin Security at Smiths Falls and Perth District Hospital, and Lanark County Mental Health offers a meaningful role in supportive, community-focused healthcare settings. Team members gain diverse experience while helping maintain safe, compassionate environments. These sites reflect Paladin’s CARE values, staying curious, being accountable, showing respect, and delivering exceptional service, creating a workplace where purpose and professionalism thrive.

Note: Applicants must have flexible availability to work 2 to 3 12-hour shifts per week and be comfortable cross training at multiple facilities.

Job Description:

• Conduct proactive and reactive interior and exterior security patrols, including in inclement weather
• Monitor and supervise patients asrequired
• Respond to incidents, remain calm in emergencies, and use effective conflict management and verbal de-escalation techniques
• Investigate routine incidents and complete clear,accurateincident and end-of-shift reports
• Enforce parking, smoking, site by-laws, and all client and Paladin policies and procedures
• Liaise with Paladin management and on-site staff to meet operational requirements
• Operate independently and as part of a team to complete assigned duties
• Sit or stand for up to 12 hours per shift
• Participate in ongoing training and development as directed
• Additional Duties as Assigned

Job Requirements:

• Authorized to legally work in Canada
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Certificate (from a WSIB-approved provider)
• Ability to be clean shaven for an N95 Mask Fit Test
• Proof of minimum two COVID-19 Vaccines
• A copy of your immunization records (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, and TB Skin Tests - Step 1 & 2)
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (during onboarding)
• 6+ months of customer service experience preferred
• Must be able to provide pre-requisite certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of AggressiveBehaviour(MOAB)
• Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin'sUoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Please be aware: TheUoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite,however Paladin will coverall ofthe costs of the training with a6 monthcommitment to the position/availability
• Complete mandatory onboarding and training with Paladin in Kingston, with ongoing training & development as directed by Paladin Management or the client
• Commit to the position for 6 months

Benefits of joining Paladin:

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive Salary and benefits package
• Free Uniforms
• Security License reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming

Certification Requirements (All)

First Aid, CPR Level C
Valid Ontario Security License

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.