Healthcare Security Guard

Paladin Security; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security provider is seeking a full-time Healthcare Security Guard at Providence Care Hospital in Kingston, Ontario. The role involves maintaining a visible security presence, assisting the public, and conducting patrols. Candidates should have a valid Ontario Security License, First Aid certification, and minimum six months of security experience, with a commitment to work full-time. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for training and professional development.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Free Uniforms

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of security experience preferred.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.
• Must provide Stay Safe certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional security presence.
• Greet and assist the public ensuring safety.
• Conduct proactive and reactive patrols.
• Monitor CCTV and enforce hospital policies.

Skills

Customer service

Proficiency in English

Ability to clear Vulnerable Sector Check

Education

Valid Ontario Security Guard License

First Aid & CPR - Level C Certificate

Job description

Overview

Position: Healthcare Security Guard - Full-Time - Providence Care Hospital

Site: Providence Care Hospital - 752 King St West

Hours: Continental Rotation - 0800-2000 / 2000-0800

Payrate: $22.61/hour

Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Internal posting date: January 30, 2026

Internal closing date: February 5, 2026

External closing date: February 20, 2026

Benefits of joining Paladin:

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive Salary and benefits package
• Free Uniforms
• Security License reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Work today, get paid today—dailypay available
• Additional perks!

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional, visible, and alert security presence
• Greet, assist, and direct the public while ensuring safety of clients, staff, buildings, and assets
• Conduct proactive and reactive patrols (interior/exterior) and respond to emergencies
• Monitor CCTV, perform access/key control, and enforce hospital policies, parking, and smoking by-laws
• Carry out patient watches, investigate and document incidents, and complete shift/event reports
• Support monthly safety inspections and other assigned duties
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C Certificate (from a WSIB-approved provider)
• Ability to be clean shaven to pass an N95 Mask Fit Test
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccine (minimum double vaccination)
• A copy of your immunization records (Measles, Mumps, Rubella [MMR], Varicella, Pertussis and TB Skin Tests - Step 1 & 2)
• Steps to get your immunization records: paladin.pdf; Immunization Form: KHSC Immunization Forms
• Completed immunization for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis are required at the time of hire. Applicants who are not immunized or are unable to provide their MMR-V and Pertussis immunity at the time of hire will not be deemed eligible for the position.
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (during onboarding)
• Minimum 6 months of security experience (healthcare or non-healthcare preferred)
• Full-time availability with a 6-month commitment required
• Proficiency in English (oral & written); bilingualism (English/French) an asset
• Minimum 6 months customer service experience preferred
• Must provide Stay Safe certifications
• Applicants without these may complete Paladin’s Stay Safe program prior to onboarding
• Training is unpaid as it is a prerequisite; Paladin covers all costs with a 6-month commitment

Certification Requirements

• First Aid, CPR Level C
• Valid Ontario Security License

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, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift.