Position: | Full-Time Patient Watch Guard
Site: | Kingston General Hospital - 76 Stuart
Hours: | Continental Rotation 0800 - 2200/2200-0800
Payrate: | $18.00/hour

Overtime Method: | Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Posting Date: August 11, 2025

Internal Closing Date: August 18, 2025

External Closing Date: September 30, 2025

Job Description:

• Proactive & reactive security patrols
• Monitoring and supervision of patients
• Conflict management and de-escalation
• Verbal and physical patient interventions and de-escalation
• Customer Service
• Response to incidents
• Report writing
• Investigate routine incidents
• Parking and smoking enforcement/by-laws
• Policy awareness and enforcement
• Additional Duties as Assigned

Job Requirements:

• Must have
• • Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
  • Valid First Aid/CPR - Level C from WSIB-approved source
  • Minimum 6 months security experience
  • Proof of COVID-19 Vaccine (minimum double vaccination)
  • A copy of your immunization records (Measles, Mumps, Rubella [MMR], Varicella, Pertussis and TB Skin Tests - Step 1 & 2)
  • • Steps to get your immunization records:
      https://paladinsecurity.com//wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How-to-get-immunization-records-Paladin.pdf
      Immunization Form:
    • KHSC Immunization Forms
    • Completed immunization for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis are required at the time of hire. Applicants who are not immunized or are otherwise unable to provide their MMR-V immunity at the time of hire will not be deemed eligible for the position.
  • Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (during onboarding)
  • Any applicant who does not meet these criteria will be automatically filed.
• Must be able to
• • Complete the mandatory certifications prior to deployment (through Paladin or a 3rd party) in Stay Safe
  • Complete mandatory onboarding training with Paladin
  • Complete patrolling as necessary of interior and exterior of site (including in inclement weather)
  • Pass an N95 Mask Fit Test (requires clean shaven face)
  • Remain calm in emergency situations
  • Follow and enforce site rules and regulations as set out by both the client and Paladin
  • Operate independently as well as part of a team to complete tasks
  • Sit or stand up to 12 hours per shift
  • Effectively verbally de-escalate situations
  • Complete reports at the end of shift, including incident reports
  • Complete ongoing training & development as directed by Paladin Management or the client
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset
• 6+ months of customer service experience is considered an asset
• Must be able to provide certifications in Stay Safe
• • Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's Stay Safe training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
  • Please be aware: The Stay Safe 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
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

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