Security Professional

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton is seeking a Hospital Security Officer for casual, part-time shifts at Charlton Campus in Hamilton Downtown. You will provide a safe environment for visitors, patients and staff and respond to service calls promptly.

Qualifications include a security program, valid Security Guard license, and experience in healthcare security preferred. Proficiency with MS Word/Excel, strong communication, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Recognized program in Law and Security Police Foundations or equivalent.
• Valid Security Guard license issued by the Private Security and Investigative Services Branch.
• Healthcare security or police experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe and secure environment for visitors, patients, staff and the public.
• Responds to calls for service promptly and appropriately.
• Conducts preliminary investigations.
• Performs proactive patrols, spot checks, and surveillance.
• escorts personnel to/from parking lots and between buildings as requested.
• Performs Parking and Smoking Enforcement duties.
• Locks/unlocks entrances at scheduled times and tests related equipment.
• Writes clear, legible reports documenting incidents.
• Adheres to safety practices and OHSA requirements.
• Maintains pagers and tools and coordinates with switchboard.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Emergency response

Attention to detail

Education

Law and Security Foundations

Security Guard License

Customer service

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Email

Job description

Position Details

Job Number: JR02026 Department: Hospital Security This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown) Job Type: Casual, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: CLAC Local 503 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $27.49 - $33.78 Schedule Work Days: Holidays, Monday to Sunday Time of Day: Days, Evenings, Nights Shift: Hours -12, Hours - 7.5 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-09-15 Closing Date: 2026-09-22

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized program in Law and Security Police Foundations or equivalent
• Current and valid Ministry Security Guard License issued by the Private Security and Investigative Services Branch
• Verifiable security healthcare security or police experience is preferred
• Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Use of Force and tactical handcuffing is preferred
• Competent in MS Word Excel PowerPoint and email
• Thorough knowledge of investigative techniques mediation skills and alternate dispute resolution methods
• Excellent customer service skills required
• Willing to take the initiative in emergency/crisis situations and accept responsibility
• Applicants must possess good oral and written communication skills with the ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe and secure working environment for all visitors patients staff and general public
• Responds to calls for service appropriately and in a timely fashion
• Conducts preliminary investigations
• Performs proactive foot patrols spot checks and/or surveillance
• Escorts personnel to and from parking lots or between buildings as requested
• Conducts Parking and Smoking Enforcement duties
• Locks and unlocks entrances and doors at scheduled times
• Conducts function tests of security and parking related equipment
• Accurately writes clear and legible reports
• Actively looks for safety hazards and takes appropriate corrective action
• Performs at all times in a manner consistent with safe working practices and the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Will be in direct contact with switchboard operators and must carry pagers and hand-held tools
• Performs all other duties as assigned

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people.

We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).

At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards.

Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed!

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