Security Guard

Overview Job Skills / Requirements

• Site Overview:** CMH is a full-service acute care hospital in Cambridge, serving the Region of Waterloo. Founded in 1953, CMH completed a major expansion in 2025. It offers comprehensive care including surgery, mental health, and diagnostics, and embraces innovation with AI tools. CMH is committed to compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Position:** Full Time Security Guard

Si **te:** Cambridge Memorial Hospital, 700 Coronation Blvd, Cambridge, ON N1R 3G2

• Hours:** Rotating Continental / hrs.)
• Pay Rate:** $21.26/hr.
• Averaging Agreement:** Overtime is Averaging Agreement after 88 hours
• Posting Date:** Dec 05, 2025
• Internal Closing Date:** Dec 12, 2025
• External Closing Date:** Dec 12, 2025

Job Description

• Working on assigned shifts, you will provide proactive and reactive security patrols and response to incidents.
• Display excellent customer service skills and be able to work with people who are under stress or in need of medical assistance.
• In this role, it is essential that you are physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Perform a variety of preventative and reactive duties to include, but not limited to interior and exterior patrols within the hospital as well as exterior of all buildings and areas of the organization.
• Provide Use of Force/Restraint as required and directed under the Mental Health Act
• Provide security escort service to staff and visitors as requested.
• Provide motor vehicle assistance to staff and or visitors as required.
• Accountable for keeping accurate logs and notebook entries of all shift activity and calls for service.
• Accountable to write accurate reports upon investigations or reportable occurrences in timely manner upon completion of occurrence.
• Investigate and follow-up of incidents, report writing, door opening requests, CCTV camera reviews.
• Security Guards shall warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.
• Responsible for all office duties (i.e. ID badges, key distribution, lost and found etc.)

Requirements

• Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C (WSIB approved provider)
• Covid Vaccine two doses
• Proof of up to date immunization records for Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Varicella and 2 step Tuberculosis skin test
• Must be willing to complete N95 Mask fit testing during the training
• Vulnerable Sector Check
• Minimum 1 year security experience in healthcare settings
• Proficient in English (both oral and written)
• Degree in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services is an asset
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Please be aware: The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre-employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability.

• Why choose Paladin?**
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Paid vacation & sick days
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available
• Additional perks

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits
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Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and w 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.

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

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability