Security Guard Security Services SMH

St. Michael's Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto seeks a Security Guard to join Security Services SMH on a casual basis. The role involves patrolling hospital premises, responding to alarms, and ensuring the safety of patients, staff and assets on a 12-hour rotating schedule.

Ideal candidates hold a two-year Security program, Ontario security license, and IAHSS certification within six months, with strong communication and de-escalation skills to handle emergencies calmly and professionally.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized 2 year community college program in Law Enforcement and Security, or equivalent.
• IAHSS basic and advanced certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must hold a valid Ontario private security and investigative services license.
• Willingness to submit to RCMP background check.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital premises regularly to protect building, property and occupants.
• Detect and correct fire and safety hazards; prepare written reports.
• Investigate complaints from patients, staff and visitors regarding theft or safety issues.
• Respond to fire alarms, bomb threats, evacuations and security escorts as needed.
• Interact with staff, patients and visitors professionally and enforce safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

De-escalation techniques

Education

2-year college program in Law Enforcement and Security

IAHSS certification

Ontario private security license

RCMP background check (as required)

Job description

Security Guard Security Services SMH(Job Id 17337)

Job title: Security Guard Security Services SMH

Job ID: 17337

Site: CA:ON:Toronto:St. Michael's Hospital

Category:

Work type: Casual

Date posted: October 4, 2026

Salary range: 30.12-31.33

Shift/ hours of work:

Description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs regular patrolling of hospital premises ensuring protection of Hospital building, property, and occupants;walking/standing during the duration of a 12 hour shift.
• Detects and corrects fire and safety hazards. Prepares written reports on all activities including pro-active reports on observed deficiencies.
• Investigates all complaints from patients, staff, visitors concerning thefts, personal injury, break-ins, fire and safety hazards, etc.
• Responds to assistance calls including fire alarms, bomb threats, violent persons, missing patients, building evacuations, help alarms, and the provision of security escorts as needed, etc.
• Interact with staff, patients, and visitors in a positive and customer service oriented manner. Enforces safety and security regulations according to Hospital and departmental policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a recognized 2 year community college program in Law Enforcement and Security, or Police/Military Academy preferred; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in Healthcare Security an asset. Knowledge of computer software applications (Windows environment).
• Excellent communication (verbal/written), interpersonal, problem solving skills, and de-escalation techniques. Must be able to demonstrate Security's core values of honesty and integrity while ensuring the Safety and Security of the Hospital's patients, visitors, staff and assets.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and diffuse situations in an emergency situation. Must be punctual, and have an acceptable attendance record.
• Prospective candidates, upon selection, will submit to an RCMP criminal background check.
• Must have completed IAHSS (International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety) basic and advanced level of certification within 6 months of hire
• Must have a valid license with the Ontario private security and investigative services
• Must pass the hospital's approved training program for use of force, handcuffing, and defensive batons within 6 months of hire

Hours:Must be available to work 12 hour rotating shifts, including days, nights and weekends

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.