Security Guard - Full Time - St. Joseph's Healthcare (West 5th Campus)

Paladin Security; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Uniforms provided

License reimbursement

Dry cleaning allowance

Training cost coverage

Job summary

Paladin Security is seeking a temporary, full-time Security Guard for St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, West 5th Campus. The role covers overnight shifts (Continental Nights 1830-0630) with a focus on patrols, incident response, and staff support.

Applicants must hold a Ontario Security License, First Aid/CPR Level C, and have healthcare security or law enforcement experience. Immunizations and English fluency are required; training costs are covered with a 6-month commitment.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Security License.
• First Aid & CPR Level C.
• Immunization records (Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Varicella, Covid vaccines, TB test).
• Fluency in English (oral and written).
• At least 1 year experience in healthcare security or law enforcement.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Related degree considered an asset (Police Foundations/Protection Security & Investigations/Criminology/Borders).
• Must pass N95 mask fit test (clean shaven).
• Ability to walk/climb stairs for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and reactive security patrols and incident responses.
• Deliver excellent customer service to staff and visitors, including those under stress or needing medical assistance.
• Maintain physical fitness to stand and walk for long periods.
• Perform interior and exterior patrols and security duties across hospital premises.
• Provide Use of Force and Restraint as required under the Mental Health Act.
• Offer security escorts to staff and visitors as needed.
• Accurately log shift activity, calls for service, and write reports promptly.

Skills

Security license

First Aid & CPR

English fluency

Healthcare security experience

NVCI training

UOF/MOAB certifications

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Education in Law Enforcement or related field

Job description

Security Guard - Full Time - St. Joseph's Healthcare (West 5th Campus)

Site Overview: The West 5th Campus of St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is a leading 800,000 sq ft, LEED-certified mental health and addiction treatment facility located at 100 West- 5th Street, Hamilton.

Position: (Temporary) Full -Time Security Guard

Site: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, West 5th Campus

Hours: Continental Nights (1830-0630)

Averaging Agreement: Overtime is Averaging Agreement

Posting Date: September 13, 2026

Internal Posting Closing Date: October 8, 2026

Start Date: October 8, 2026

End Date: January 5, 2027

Job Description:

• Working on assigned shifts, you will provide proactive and reactive security patrols and response to incidents.
• Display excellent customer service skills and be able to work with people who are under stress or in need of medical assistance.
• In this role, it is essential that you are physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Perform a variety of preventative and reactive duties to include, but not limited to interior and exterior patrols within the hospital as well as exterior of all buildings and areas of the organization.
• Provide Use of Force/Restraint as required and directed under the Mental Health Act
• Provide security escort service to staff and visitors as requested.
• Accountable for keeping accurate logs and notebook entries of all shift activity and calls for service.
• Accountable to write accurate reports upon investigations or reportable occurrences in timely manner upon completion of occurrence.
• Investigate and follow-up of incidents, report writing, door opening requests, CCTV camera reviews.
• Security Guards shall warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.
• Implement security measures to protect property, control access to sites, patrol assigned areas to monitor activities and ensure client rules and regulations are followed.

Requirements:

• Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB approved provider
• Immunization records for Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Varicella , Covid Vaccine two doses, and two step TB skin test
• English (oral and written) fluency is a must
• Must have one year experience in healthcare security, or law enforcement
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Degree in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services will be an asset
• Able to provide a clean shaven face in order to pass a N95 mask fit test
• Ability to walk/climb stairs throughout the premises for longer periods of time
• Please note that Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training must be completed following the onboarding process.
• Must provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB).Applicants without these certifications can opt into Paladin's UOF/MOAB training program before onboarding to meet position requirements.

Please note: UOF/MOAB certification is unpaid as a pre-employment requirement; however, Paladin covers all training costs with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability.

Why choose 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—daily pay available

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED
Education in Law Enforcement or equivalent

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.

This job reports to the Client Service Manager

This is a Temporary / Seasonal position3rd Shift.