Job Description

Hospital Security GuardDo you have a passion to help people? Are you looking for a career that is both stimulating and highly rewarding? We are seeking candidates who want to make a difference in their community by working in a healthcare environment. With GardaWorld, you can make hospitals a safer place for patients, staff, and visitors.GardaWorld provides support and assistance to clinical staff in healthcare facilities all over Alberta. We are deployed to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors, which requires superior listening and problem-solving skills. Our participation in the operations of these facilities is directly involved in delivering excellent patient care daily, which in turn provides a rewarding experience and fulfilling career for our Healthcare Security Guards.In addition to ensuring safety and security, our Guards gain comprehensive experience in patient care, violence prevention / mitigation, and de-escalation tactics., and many go on to careers in nursing, social work or, and law enforcement, as they are working alongside these professionals every day, learning the essential skills required to succeed in this field.Position is casual but lots of hours and shifts are available. You must be able to commit to a 1 week training.What\'s in it for you?

• Pay Rate: $22.30/hr
• Employee Discounts
• Uniform provided
• Training programs for development in the hospital sector and the security industry
• Continuing education through GardaWorld Campus courses and in-house courses

What does a Hospital Security Guard in Calgary Do?Daily briefings with Clinical Leads to discuss patient care, discharge plans, etc.Helping visitors find their way around the hospitalProviding first aid to medical incidents occurring on siteDe-escalating high stress situations, involving people experiencing traumaPerforming regular audits of panic alarms, CCTV functionality, and fire extinguishersResponding to \'missing person\' reports, fire alarms, bomb threats, incidents of aggression, etc.Writing detailed incident reports, while maintaining confidentiality of patient informationQualification to become a Hospital Security GuardExcellent communication, both written and verbalStrong de-escalation abilities and problem-solving mindsetAbility to respond to emergency situations and make decisions under pressureConfidence in multi-tasking and prioritizing during fast-paced situationsProfessional demeanor and deportment, and excellent interpersonal skillsDiscretion when handling confidential and private informationValid Alberta Security LicensePhysical ability to perform the job duties, including walking up to 15km in a 8 hour shift, assisting clinical staff in the restraint of patients (lifting, holding), and patrolling up and down stairwellsSome Health Care sites require a N95 mask to be fit tested, which will require no facial hair for those working on site.SSCALGardaWorld: Make the world a safer placeGardaWorld is a global leader in the security industry, offering a wealth of opportunity to individuals looking to gain experience and develop professionally in a growing industry. We offer flexible schedules, diverse work assignments spanning multiple industries, and training and career advancement opportunities. We embrace diversity and welcome newcomers, women, students, retirees, reservists, veterans, and more to join our team, as we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We thank all candidates for their interest; however, we will communicate only with the selected candidates.

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