Night Shift Security Specialist I — Mental Health Center

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Fall River Station (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Corrigan Mental Health Center, part of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, seeks a Security Team Specialist I for the night shift to maintain safety and security across the campus and sites in the Southeast Area. The role requires patrols, access control, emergency response, documentation, and coordination with police and local agencies; CPR/AED and other certifications may be required.

The position offers full-time hours, night schedule, and opportunities to support a diverse set of

Qualifications

• Ability to follow verbal or written orders and instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work long hours under severe weather conditions.
• Ability to interact with clients, employees, visitors, and others in a professional manner under stressful conditions.
• Ability to deal with violent and verbally aggressive clients in a safe manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written format.
• Discretion in receiving, handling and safeguarding confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the buildings and grounds to maintain safety and security.
• Manages access control; issues keys and IDs; monitors security systems.
• Enforces parking controls and related duties on campus.
• Assists judiciary with court papers and security during hearings.
• Documents searches for missing persons and coordinates with law enforcement.
• Responds to medical/psychiatric emergencies and coordinates with responders.
• Maintains incident reports and security logs; uses computer-based reporting systems.
• Completes required mandatory training and investigations as directed.

Skills

Follow orders

Team player / independent

Stress tolerance

Professional conduct

Dealing with violent clients

Clear communication

Confidential information handling

Education

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Corrigan Mental Health Center, part of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, seeks a Security Team Specialist I for the night shift to maintain safety and security across the campus and sites in the Southeast Area. The role requires patrols, access control, emergency response, documentation, and coordination with police and local agencies; CPR/AED and other certifications may be required.

The position offers full-time hours, night schedule, and opportunities to support a diverse set of