BLCOC Healthcare Security Officer

Site Description: The Bayers Lake Community Outpatient Centre offers appointment-based services and clinics in a convenient location. Clinics include endocrinology, medicine, plastic surgery and orthopedic surgery assessment, eye care, diagnostic imaging, blood collection, renal dialysis and rehabilitation.

Position: Security Guard

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual

Site: 420 Susie Lake Crescent, Beechville, NS B3S 0G4

Hours: (0700-1900hrs and 1900hrs-0700hrs)

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Monitor Surveillance Systems: Operate security cameras and alarm systems, ensuring any suspicious activity is reported immediately to the appropriate authorities.
• Access Control: Monitor and control entry points to the hospital, ensuring that only authorized individuals are allowed access to restricted areas.
• 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.
• Provide Customer Service: Greet and assist visitors, patients, and hospital staff. Provide directions and ensure that guests adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
• Conflict Resolution: De‑s‑calate tense situations, resolve conflicts, and ensure that all interactions are handled calmly and professionally.
• Report Writing: Document daily activities, incidents, or accidents accurately. Complete reports on incidents, breaches, and security concerns.
• 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.
• 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:

• Ability to obtain Security License for the province of Nova Scotia
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a CSA‑approved vendor)
• English (oral and written) fluency is a must
• Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)
• Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UOF/MOAB training program prior to onboarding to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Paladin will cover all costs of the training with a 6‑month commitment to the position/availability, but the training is not paid.

Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Competitive wage and benefits package.
• Free Uniforms.
• Company‑paid Security license.
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance.
• Enjoy financial flexibility with on‑demand, daily pay.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

First Aid and CPR - Level C Certification

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security is committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We provide accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the interview process and employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance

This job reports to the Client Service Manager.

This is a Full and Part-Time position: 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.