Healthcare Security Officer
Site Description: South Shore Regional Hospital is a primary and secondary care hospital. It is a designated district trauma centre with medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetrics and mental health in-patient beds Position Details:
Position: Full-Time Security Guard Site: South Shore Regional Hospital
Location : - .90 Glen Allan Drive Bridgewater, Nova Scotia Hours: Rotational Shifts - 0800-2000/2000-0800 Payrate: $ 20.50
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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Ability to travel for shifts at area hospitals is preferred (Lunenburg, Liverpool)
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Ability to obtain Security License for the province of Nova Scotia
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Valid Standard First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a CSA-approved vendor)
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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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Certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) are pre-requisites of this position. Prior training certifications may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
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Applicants lacking acceptable 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
Why choose Paladin?
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Opportunities for training and professional development.
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Competitive wage and benefits package.
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Free Uniforms
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Company paid Security license
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Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
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Paid vacation & sick days
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Enjoy financial flexibility with on-demand, daily pay.
