Security Guard - SORA

Mental-Health-Association; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 37,800 - 46,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid holidays/vacation/personal/sick

Job summary

MHA is seeking a Security Guard/Receptionist for Prospect House in East Orange, New Jersey. The role supports an adult day treatment program, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment and handling sign-in, visitor logs, and deliveries.

Open at 7:00 a.m., maintain alarms, supervise access, and coordinate with the Program Director. Annual base rate listed as $42K; benefits include medical coverage, 401(k), and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in security, corrections, or law enforcement strongly preferred.
• The ability to work holidays and at least one evening per week required.
• A valid Driver’s License in good standing required.
• A demonstrated ability to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for members and visitors

Responsibilities

• Open the building at 7:00 a.m. and ensure facility readiness for daily operations.
• Disable security alarm and activate necessary building systems.
• Turn on lights and office equipment (copiers, coffee maker, etc.).
• Unlock and open all activity areas.
• Check thermostats to ensure appropriate building comfort.
• Greet members upon arrival and supervise/assist the sign-in process.
• Greet visitors, ensure completion of visitor log, notify appropriate staff prior to visitor entry.
• Accept and sign for deliveries; notify appropriate staff for distribution.
• Assist Administrative Assistant with answering telephones as needed.
• Provide emergency transportation for members and complete assigned errands as needed.
• Coordinate and document monthly fire drills in collaboration with the Program Director.
• Review and sign van transportation sheets daily.
• Close the building at the end of the day, ensuring all security and safety procedures are followed.
• Turn off lights and equipment (copiers, appliances, etc.).
• Close and lock all activity areas and offices.
• Ensure all windows are closed.
• Check thermostats and reset to 68°F as required.
• Ensure all exit doors are secured.
• Inspect bathrooms and the kitchen to ensure no water leaks or running water.
• Set the alarm system and lock facility upon departure.
• Ensure that the first and third parking lots are secured and locked.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Skills

Security experience

Evening shift

Holiday availability

Driver’s license

Safety awareness

Job description

MHA is looking for a Security Guard/Receptionist to join our Prospect House Program operating out of East Orange, New Jersey. Prospect House is our adult day treatment/partial care program servicing adults 18 and over who have been diagnosed with severe and persistent mental diagnoses. Prospect House helps individuals successfully manage their diagnoses and significantly lower their risk for re-hospitalization through a highly regarded, psycho-social rehabilitation program. The ideal candidate will possess the following Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Previous experience in security, corrections, or law enforcement strongly preferred.
• The ability to work holidays and at least one evening per week required.
• A valid Driver’s License in good standing required.
• A demonstrated ability to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for members and visitors

Responsibilities

• Open the building at 7:00 a.m. and ensure facility readiness for daily operations.
• Disable security alarm and activate necessary building systems.
• Turn on lights and office equipment (copiers, coffee maker, etc.).
• Unlock and open all activity areas.
• Check thermostats to ensure appropriate building comfort.
• Unlock first and third parking lot gates; close and secure third parking lot gate at 9:00 a.m.
• Greet members upon arrival and supervise/assist the sign-in process.
• Greet visitors, ensure completion of visitor log, notify appropriate staff prior to visitor entry.
• Accept and sign for deliveries; notify appropriate staff for distribution.
• Assist Administrative Assistant with answering telephones as needed.
• Provide emergency transportation for members and complete assigned errands as needed.
• Coordinate and document monthly fire drills in collaboration with the Program Director.
• Review and sign van transportation sheets daily.
• Close the building at the end of the day, ensuring all security and safety procedures are followed.
• Turn off lights and equipment (copiers, appliances, etc.).
• Close and lock all activity areas and offices.
• Ensure all windows are closed.
• Check thermostats and reset to 68°F as required.
• Ensure all exit doors are secured.
• Inspect bathrooms and the kitchen to ensure no water leaks or running water.
• Set the alarm system and lock facility upon departure.
• Ensure that the first and third parking lots are secured and locked.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Reports to: Program Director and Administrative Coordinator

Annual Base Rate: $42K

Benefits

• Fully paid medical coverage for eligible staff.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.

MHAEM is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MHAEM’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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