Healthcare Security Guard

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

Job summary

A leading security services provider in Kingston, Ontario, is hiring a full-time Healthcare Security Guard. This role includes maintaining a visible security presence, assisting patients and staff, and enforcing hospital policies. The ideal candidate will have a valid Ontario Security Guard Licence and First Aid certification, along with strong communication skills. This position emphasizes a commitment to safety and teamwork in a healthcare environment, with a minimum 6-month commitment required.

Benefits

Extensive training and professional development

Competitive wages and benefits

Free uniforms

Dry cleaning and tailoring allowance

Work today, get paid today

Additional employee perks

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months security experience in health-care preferred.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (minimum two doses) required.
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible security presence.
• Greet and assist patients and visitors.
• Enforce hospital policies and manage access control.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Customer service experience

Ability to react in emergencies

Education

Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence

Valid First Aid & CPR Level C

Job description

Overview

Position: Healthcare Security Guard Full‑Time – IPS

Site: Ininew Patient Services – 237 Ontario St

Hours: Sunday, Saturday 08:00–20:00

Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Pay Rate: $25.45/hour

Internal Posting Date: January 27, 2026

Internal Closing Date: February 2, 2026

External Closing Date: February 27, 2026

Site Description

Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) is southeastern Ontario's leading complex, acute, and specialty care, research, and teaching hospital. KHSC includes the Hotel Dieu Hospital site, Kingston General Hospital site, the Cancer Centre of southeastern Ontario, and a major research institute. We serve more than 650,000 patients and families across the region. As one of the area's largest employers, KHSC has nearly 6,000 staff, over 2,000 health‑care learners, and 1,000 volunteers dedicated to delivering high‑quality, compassionate care. Fully affiliated with Queen's University, KHSC is recognized as one of Canada's top research hospitals and trains thousands of students annually. The KGH site is the regional referral centre for cardiac, stroke, renal, trauma, neurosurgery, pediatrics, neonatal care, high‑risk obstetrics, acute inpatient mental health, and cancer care. The HDH site provides specialised outpatient services including pediatrics, medicine, ophthalmology, cardiology, urology, dermatology, gastroenterology, surgery, mental health, oncology, and urgent care.

Benefits of Joining Paladin

• Extensive training and professional development
• Competitive wages and benefits
• Free uniforms
• Security licence reimbursement
• Dry cleaning and tailoring allowance
• Work today, get paid today
• Additional employee perks

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional and visible security presence
• Greet, assist, and direct patients, visitors, and staff
• Protect clients, staff, buildings, and assets
• Work independently and collaboratively with the health‑care team
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols
• Respond to emergencies and support code responses
• Document and report incidents; conduct investigations as required
• Perform patient watches and enforce hospital policies/by‑laws
• Manage access control, keys, and parking enforcement
• Assist with monthly safety inspections and other assigned duties

Job Requirements

• Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C (WSIB‑approved provider)
• Ability to be clean‑shaven for N95 mask fit testing
• Proof of COVID‑19 vaccination (minimum two doses)
• Immunisation records for MMR, Varicella, Pertussis, and TB (Step 1 & 2)
• How to obtain records: https://paladinsecurity.com//wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How-to-get-immunization-records-Paladin.pdf
• KHSC Immunisation Forms required
• Full MMR‑V immunisation must be completed prior to hire
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (completed during onboarding)
• Minimum 6 months of security experience (health‑care preferred but not required)
• Full‑time availability with a minimum 6‑month commitment
• Strong English communication skills; 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
• Must be legally authorised to work in Canada

Certification Requirements (All)

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

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 is 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 shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays