Security Guard

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring a healthy and safe environment for the hospital staff, patients, volunteers, physicians and visitors which includes ensuring protection of hospital possessions and property; performing routine checks of systems and equipment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate of a Community College Law and Security Program, or
• Graduate of a recognized police training facility or equivalent.
• Current certification with Private Investigator’s and Security Act (Bill 159 legislation).
• Three years of previous experience in dealing with the general public in a law and/or security role preferred.
• Current use of force and/or non-violent crisis intervention training an asset.
• Knowledge and experience dealing with those under the Mental Health Act.
• Experience with security technology and access control systems.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated note taking and report writing skills.
• Proven ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written English instructions.
• Exhibits confidence, assertiveness and control behaviours.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job with a tolerance for continuance walking
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and manage stressful work environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and willingness to be flexible to meet department needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated appreciation and respect for protocol, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

Our Values

Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

• Integrity - We adhere to the highest ethical principles
• Compassion - We respond to our patients’ needs with empathy
• Accountability - We are accountable to one another and to our community
• Respect - We embrace the diversity of our patients, staff and community
• Excellence - We support a culture of distinction

Hours of Work:  In order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7.  There is the expectation that you are available to work weekdays, weekends and all shifts (days, nights, 12 hours).

Other:  All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination (two doses) unless provided with a medical exemption or an accomodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

As part of our mandatory screening process, the Hospital will require professional references, verification of academic training and professional accreditation along with a current vulnerable sector screening check. 

All applications will be reviewed; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.    Thank you for your interest. 

Stevenson is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at (705) 435-3377 ext 3354.