Job Description

Overview
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Job Skills / Requirements
Health Care Shift Lead- Dartmouth General & Nova Scotia Hospital
Site Description:
Dartmouth General Hospital provides services to approximately 120,000 people in Dartmouth and surrounding areas.
The Mount Hope building is located at the Nova Scotia Hospital site. It is home to a variety of mental health and addictions programs and services.
Position Details:
Position: Full-Time Shift Lead
Site: Dartmouth General & Nova Scotia Hospital
Overtime: Overtime after 48 hours
Hours: 4 on 4 off rotation of 12 hours shifts days and nights
Payrate: $ 22.50/hour
Posting Date: September 30th,2025
Internal Closing Date: October 10th, 2025
External Closing Date: October 15th, 2025
Key responsibilities:
The site Shift Lead(s) is responsible for the oversight of the operations of the team, in conjunction with the needs of the site, and will:

• Ensure all site staff adhere to all Paladin Security Policies and NSHA Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Regular communication and engagement with NSHA site Management.
• Ensure all Security Officers have received the mandatory site orientation, training and required compliance training
• Ensuring superior customer service skills and a passion for helping people. Able to think quickly on your feet and defuse difficult situations
• Motivates staff and recommends commendations to their respected Supervisor
• Document and investigate security incidents and complaints, ensure all proper documentation is forwarded in accordance with the chain of command in a timely manner.
• Daily paperwork would include advanced reports are completed, sign in sheets, overtime has been checked and authorized, shift swaps are authorized and documented for approval, incident reports documented and written properly. Check for updated documents from the client to action. Any forms or information left by staff for filing or follow up and any other daily paperwork that must be filed or forwarded such as ticket batching.
• Supervise the security officers assigned to the site and act as a resource for security issues in accordance with the health authority and regulatory requirements. Assist all officers with responsibilities delegated to them.
• Assist with departmental site schedule, ensuring that all shifts are covered and assist with coverage where needed.
• There will also be unscheduled and scheduled meetings to attend and last-minute bookings for sick employees or coverage of shifts if necessary.
• Perform site patrols and responding to all necessary codes and calls.
• Assist with conducting regular fire drills and security education sessions. Maintain records and prepare incident reports and other safety and security incident documentation.
• Perform other duties as requested by the client NSHA in conjunction with Paladin management.

Prerequisites:

• Ability to obtain a Nova Scotia Security License
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a CSA-approved vendor)
• Valid class 5 driver license
• 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 Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB 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

Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma
Certification Requirements (All)
Standard First Aid, CPR Level C
Additional Information / Benefits
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We 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, Dental Insurance
This is a Full-Time position
Travel is not required

Skills Required