Healthcare security operative - Casual
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Job Title: Healthcare Security Operative
Employment Type: Casual/on call
Pay Rate: $21.60 per hour
Site: Cross-trained at multiple healthcare sites in the Saint John region
Schedule: Casual/on call
Site Overview
You will be supporting healthcare facilities across the Saint John region. Healthcare environments are dynamic, fast-paced, and require a compassionate, safety-focused approach. Working across multiple hospital sites gives you broad experience in specialized safety protocols while directly supporting healthcare workers, patients, and visitors in your community.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Conduct regular foot patrols across hospital premises, including clinical units, patient areas, entrances, and parking lots.
Monitor surveillance cameras and security systems to identify potential safety hazards or unauthorized access.
Manage access control to restricted hospital departments.
De-escalate tense or emotional situations using calm, professional verbal communication.
Respond quickly to medical emergencies, fire alarms, and security calls in collaboration with hospital staff.
Assist patients, visitors, and medical staff with directions and general guidance while maintaining hospital safety standards.
Complete clear, objective daily activity reports and incident documentation.
Must-Have Requirements
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
Valid First Aid & CPR Level C
19 years of age or older
Fluency in English (both written and spoken).
Up-to-date immunization records for Mumps, Measles, Rubella, and Varicella (MMRV).
Valid Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications, OR availability to complete required prerequisite training prior to onboarding.
Nice-to-Haves
Previous experience in security, customer service, or healthcare settings.
Training in non-violent crisis intervention or de-escalation.
What's In It For You?
Competitive pay rate of $21.60 per hour.
Specialized healthcare security training through Paladin Security.
Diverse site experience across regional healthcare facilities.
Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
Why Join Our Team?
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.
Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.