Field-Based Youth Tracking & Accountability Specialist

Wcbscares; Iowa; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Birthday leave

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Educational assistance

Wellness program

Daily Pay

Job summary

WCBS is seeking a Tracking & Monitoring Specialist to provide community-based supervision, support, and accountability for youth involved with Juvenile Court Services in Story, Boone, and Hardin counties. The role focuses on curfew checks, testing, electronic monitoring, and building constructive relationships with youth and families.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of supervised youth experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least two years of supervised experience working with youth.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently in community-based settings.
• Ability to build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Sound judgment and the ability to respond appropriately to challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide tracking and monitoring services to youth referred by Juvenile Court Services.
• Conduct random, unannounced face-to-face curfew checks as required.
• Administer and document alcohol and drug testing.
• Provide electronic monitoring services.
• Help youth develop accountability, responsibility, and positive decision-making skills.
• Build professional relationships with youth and families while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Communicate regularly with Juvenile Court Officers, schools, families, and other community partners.
• Monitor school attendance, behavior, and compliance with court-ordered expectations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client contacts, monitoring activities, and service updates.
• Track assigned caseloads, including new referrals and discharges.
• Communicate concerns, progress, and significant incidents to supervisors and appropriate team members.
• Participate in supervision, training, and team meetings.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Independence

Boundaries

Documentation

Travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WCBS is seeking a Tracking & Monitoring Specialist to provide community-based supervision, support, and accountability for youth involved with Juvenile Court Services in Story, Boone, and Hardin counties. The role focuses on curfew checks, testing, electronic monitoring, and building constructive relationships with youth and families.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of supervised youth experience.