Casual Healthcare Security Officers - Twillingate
Join our Healthcare Security Team at the Notre Dame Bay Memorial Health Centre
Site Description: The main hospital in Twillingate is called Notre Dame Bay Memorial Health Centre. It's a 49-bed facility with both long-term care and acute care beds, as well as an outpatient and emergency department, lab and x-ray department and has community health services within the building.
Position: Casual
Site: Notre Dame Bay Memorial Health Centre
Hours: As needed
Payrate: $19.67
Posting Date: May 26, 2026
Closing Date: June 7, 2026
Key responsibilities:
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Patrol Hospital Grounds: Conduct regular rounds of hospital premises, including parking areas, hallways, patient rooms, entrances, and exits, to ensure the safety and security of the site.
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Monitor Surveillance Systems: Operate security cameras and alarm systems, ensuring any suspicious activity is reported immediately to the appropriate authorities.
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Access Control: Monitor and control entry points to the hospital, ensuring that only authorized individuals are allowed access to restricted areas.
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Respond to Emergencies: Act quickly in emergency situations, such as medical emergencies, fire alarms, or security threats. Assist hospital staff as needed during crises and evacuations.
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Provide Customer Service: Greet and assist visitors, patients, and hospital staff. Provide directions and ensure that guests adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
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Conflict Resolution: De-escalate tense situations, resolve conflicts, and ensure that all interactions are handled calmly and professionally.
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Report Writing: Document daily activities, incidents, or accidents accurately. Complete reports on incidents, breaches, and security concerns.
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Collaboration with Hospital Staff: Work closely with hospital staff and local law enforcement to provide a coordinated security effort and ensure the safety of all parties involved.
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Enforce Hospital Policies: Ensure that hospital policies, including visitor and patient protocols, are followed. Address any violations in a manner that upholds hospital safety standards
Prerequisites:
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Valid Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
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Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a CSA-approved vendor)
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Tuberculosis (TB) Screening: All healthcare workers must undergo assessment for tuberculosis.
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Vaccination Documentation: Proof of completion of the full series of childhood/primary vaccinations is required.
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Tdap Vaccine: One dose of Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Acellular Pertussis (Tdap) vaccine is required upon reaching 18 years of age.
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Booster Requirement: A booster dose of tetanus toxoid-reduced diphtheria toxoid (Tdap) is required every 10 years
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Valid Class 5 Driver License & must be willing to take shifts at sites within a reasonable driving distance.
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English (oral and written) fluency is a must
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Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
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Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
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Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
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Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite; however, Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability
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Applicants without these may complete Paladin’s UoF/MOAB pre-hire training
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Training time is unpaid; however, Paladin covers costs with a 6-month commitment.
