Security Officer

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

WRHN is seeking a Part Time Security Officer to join our hospital security team at WRHN Midtown & Chicopee. This role requires 12 grade education, Ontario Security Guard license, and CPR/First Aid certification. Responsibilities include 24-hour security coverage, emergency response, access control, and supporting clinical staff.

Posting period: Aug 14–Aug 21, 2026. Salary CAD 29.13–31.84 per hour. Employee position with opportunities to contribute to a safe hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Ontario Security Guard License required.
• 2-year Law and Security course or equivalent experience.
• CPR and First Aid Certificate required.
• Good communication and written skills.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods.
• Strong decision making in emergencies and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour security coverage of the hospital.
• Respond to Hospital Emergency Codes promptly.
• Protect assets and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, physicians and volunteers.
• Control access and issue parking infraction notices.
• Assist clinical staff with patient care as required.

Skills

Communication

Oral & written

Walk/stand

CPR & First Aid

Decision making

Prioritize workload

Independent work

Mechanical ability

Computer skills

Attendance

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

2-year Law and Security course

CPR & First Aid Certificate

Job description

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Security Officer (Job ID: 6598)

Position Vacancy: Security

Position: Part Time Security Officer (USWA)

Posting Period: August 14, 2026 - August 21, 2026

Hours of Work: 8/hr Shifts

Location: WRHN @ Midtown and Chicopee

Employment Type: Employee

Salary: CAD 29.13-31.84

Position Summary: Hospital Security Officers maintain a high regard for the rights of all hospital patrons & the laws governing those rights. Our team endeavors to preserve & maintain an environment where diverse social & cultural values are allowed & accepted.

Responsibilities: Some major services our Security team provides include twenty four hour Security coverage of the hospital with a dedicated officer in the Emergency Department, immediate response to all Hospital Emergency Codes, asset protection, maintaining a safe environment for Patients, Staff, Physicians & Volunteers, access control, issuing parking infraction notices & assisting clinical staff with patient care as required. Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Position Requirements:

• Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Valid Ontario Security Guard License required
• Must have 2-year Law and Security course or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Ability to communicate with the general public and other Hospital staff and external emergency personnel
• Good oral and written skills
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• Must have CPR and First Aid Certificate
• Ability to make decisions in an emergency or stressful situations
• Must be able to prioritize workload
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Some mechanical abilities
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent attendance record

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

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