Healthcare Security Guard

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

Job summary

A leading security firm in Kingston, Ontario is seeking a part-time Healthcare Security Guard. Responsibilities include maintaining a visible security presence and assisting patients and staff. The ideal candidate must have a valid Ontario Security Guard License, First Aid & CPR certification, and good communication skills. This position involves weekends with a commitment of at least 6 months. Various benefits, including medical and dental insurance, are offered.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License required.
• First Aid & CPR Level C certification needed.
• Minimum 6 months security experience preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional and visible security presence.
• Greet, assist, and direct patients, visitors, and staff.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols.
• Respond to emergencies and support code responses.

Skills

Valid Ontario Security Guard License

First Aid & CPR Level C

Strong English communication skills

Customer service experience

Education

Completion of Stay Safe program

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 KHSC sites provide regional services in multiple specialties including cardiac, stroke, renal, trauma, neurosurgery, pediatrics, neonatal care, high-risk obstetrics, acute inpatient mental health, and cancer care as well as specialized outpatient services across a range of disciplines.

Benefits of Joining Paladin

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

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
• 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

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• 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)
• Immunization 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 Immunization Forms required
• Full MMR-V immunization must be completed prior to hire
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (completed during onboarding)
• Minimum 6 months of security experience (healthcare 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 authorized to work in Canada

Certification Requirements

Valid Ontario Security License
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 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, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

This job reports to the CSM

This is a Part-Time position Weekends.

Number of Openings for this position: 1