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The Children's Trust Announces
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The Children's Trust Parent Club - Opportunity for On-Site Family Engagement Activity *
The Children’s Trust has partnered with local parenting experts and Miami Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) to offer
FREE countywide workshops on relevant parenting topics. The 90-minute workshops are offered in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Free childcare is provided for children 3-12 years old and parents have a chance to participate in a raffle at the end of the session.
For those providers with contracts that require a parent-engagement activity, hosting a workshop counts toward this requirement.
Please also share with your families the upcoming scheduled workshops:
- Raising Resilient Children (English), January 16 , 10:30 a.m., at Charles R. Hadley Elementary
- Raising Confident, Competent Children (English), January 16, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Kendale Lakes Branch Library
- The Building Blocks of Positive Parenting (English), January 16, 5- 6:30 p.m., Kindercare (1500 S.W. 122 Avenue)
- Criando Niños Seguros y Compententes (Español), January 17, 5:30-7 p.m., Kindercare (4801 SW 140 Avenue, Miami, FL 33175)
- Crianza Positiva (Español), January 22, 8-9:30 a.m. – Allapattah Child Care (1836 N.W. 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142)
Sign up to host a workshop at your location by simply
clicking here to access the Request Workshop Form and learn more about the Parent Club.
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2020 Miami International Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference
The Children’s Trust is once again sponsoring registrations to the 2020 Miami International Child & Adolescent Mental Health (MICAMH) Conference, taking place Feb. 5-7, 2020 at the FIU Kovens Conference Center. Presented by the FIU Center for Children and Families, the MICAMH Conference is the leading interdisciplinary conference that brings together more than 500 professionals each year to present state-of-the-art, evidence-based prevention and treatment interventions for mental health and educational problems in children and adolescents.
If you are interested in attending, please fill out
this inquiry form to be considered. All inquiries will be reviewed by The Children's Trust for final approval. Space to the conference is limited and The Children's Trust slots are on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information
click here.
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Attention Youth Development K-5 and 6-12 Programs!
Between the months of January and March our CAT members will be conducting observations. Within the next few weeks, a calendar invite will be sent by the CAT observer to the program’s primary contact (as listed in Trust Central) with the date for the observation.
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Attention Parenting Programs!
Between the months of January and March, our CAT members will be conducting observations. Within the next few weeks, a calendar invite will be sent by the CAT observer to the program’s primary contact (as listed in Trust Central) with the date for the observation. Individual Parenting Services and Home Visitation programs should be on the lookout for an email with information on video submissions and scheduling visits.
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Youth Development 6-12 Providers
The David P. Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality has recently updated the SEL PQA. You will receive an email with the updated assessment tool that will be utilized during the 2019-2020 CAT visits and the link to the webinar that explains the changes to the assessment. If you have any questions, please reach out to your program manager.
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Trust Academy Takes Over
The Children’s Trust's Trust Academy module in Trust Central has a new look! If your Trust-funded position was included in Trust Central by your
Agency Admin, log in to
Trust Central to access the Trust Academy module.
If your position is directly contracted with The Trust, but you do not have access to Trust Central, see your Agency Admin to get started. For subcontractors, professional services, and ‘match’ positions, you can access the required online courses and live events by registering independently as explained in registration options 2-4 in the
Trust Academy Guide.
Trust Academy now holds all your learning needs! To register for all trainings offered by our partner agencies log in to Trust Academy.
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Advocacy Network on Disabilities *
*To register for trainings please log in to Trust Central and click Trust Academy.
Let’s Play Together *
Table games, sports activities, arts and crafts – come ready to play, and to learn some easy to implement adaptations so all children can participate. Learn about universal design and how it evens the playing field for all.
Monday, January 27 *
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Arcola Lakes Branch Library, 8240 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33150
Friday, February 28 *
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
North Shore Park, 501 72nd St, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Count Me In *
One of our most popular trainings, come learn fun, meaningful activities to do with your students to build their disability awareness, and encourage them to appreciate differences.
Friday, January 31
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Goulds Park, 11350 SW 216 Street, Miami, FL 33170
Discovering Inclusion Part 2: Beyond Awareness
You successfully completed Discovering Inclusion 1 on-line. Now you are ready to move beyond awareness to implementation. Acquire more in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience developing and implementing adaptations, accommodations, and strategies to address specific needs and disabilities.
Monday, February 3
9 a.m. -12 p.m.
Gwen Cherry Park, 7090 NW 22nd Ave, Miami, FL 33147
Navigating Community Resources
Want to learn about the tools necessary for directing families to helpful resources? Want to help them navigate systems of care? This training will introduce you to commonly needed resources for children and youth with disabilities. The target audience includes Service Partnership Care Coordinators, Parent Educators, and Youth Development program staff.
Friday, February 14
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gwen Cherry Park, 7090 NW 22nd Ave, Miami, FL 33147
ONLINE TRAININGS
Discovering Inclusion: This is the core training that sets the foundation for all others. Learn about different types of disabilities, the characteristics and benefits of an inclusive program, and how to use People First Language and respectful etiquette.
Introduction To Successful Inclusion Of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Part 1: Learn the facts about Autism Spectrum Disorder – you may be surprised to find that some of what you think isn’t necessarily so. Get an overview of how to help children meet behavioral expectations, recognize and accommodate those with sensory sensitivities, address bullying, and ensure a safe environment.
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Project RISE Upcoming Trainings
Literacy Outcome Assessment: Oral Reading Fluency
January 29, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 2050 Civic Center Pl., Miramar 33025.
Differentiated Literacy Instruction (Required for Certified Teachers!)
January 30, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. 2050 Civic Center Pl., Miramar 33025.
To register for this training, or to take any of Project RISE's many online trainings, please log into Trust Academy through your Trust Central account.
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Injury Prevention Trainings
Childhood injury prevention capacity-building efforts facilitated by the Public Health Trust's /Injury Free Coalition for Kids of Miami are offered to all Trust-funded providers. Visit Trust Academy for full descriptions, locations, and registration.
- Car Passenger Safety, Wednesday, January 29; 11 a.m-1 p.m.
- Home Safety, Wednesday, January 29; 3-4 p.m.
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Differentiated Literacy Instructions Guidelines for Review
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Providers & Partners, Tell Us All About Your Good Work!
From the
Herald to the
Miami Times to local newscasts, Trust-funded programs and initiatives throughout the community have been featured for the life-changing services they provide to the children and families of Miami-Dade - and you could be next.
Click here to tell us about your latest triumphs and you just may turn on the TV or turn a page in the paper to see your face!
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Early Childhood Education Program at South Dade Technical College *
South Dade Technical College is pleased to announce the offering of Early Childhood Courses to adult learners. The Early Childhood Education program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the childcare industry. Students will have the opportunity to obtain their DCF 45 hours, Pre-School Certification, Directors Credential, and Child Development Associate Credential. Students must have a High School Diploma or GED.
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Bridging the Gap: Connecting Teens + Teachers Workshop *
Led by the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) Teen Arts Council & PAMM’s Education team, this special edition of our Educator’s Workshop series is designed by teens! Exploring issues relevant to middle & high-school age students, educators & teens are welcome participate in a workshop supporting intergenerational learning. Open to middle & high school teens & educators.
M-DCPS Teachers: please register via the M-DCPS Portal. Non-M-DCPS teachers & community email
education@pamm.org to register. Free parking & lunch provided.
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Reel Minds 2020: Miami Mental Health Film Festival Call for Submissions *
NAMI Miami-Dade is currently accepting submissions for our 5th annual Reel Minds: Miami Mental Health Film Festival. The festival screens short films under 25 minutes, providing a heightened awareness about mental health issues. Films should be about hope and recovery. Entries are free for films with a connection to Miami/Florida, high school students and college students.
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FREE Nonprofit Training for 2020 Census
The Miami Foundation, in partnership with the Miami-Dade Counts 2020 and the Florida Counts Census 2020 collaboratives, is offering a
FREE training session on Wednesday, January 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for nonprofits and community-based organizations to learn more about how to better integrate Census 2020 into your work. The session is designed for front line staff and will include a review of the Census questionnaire. Presenting at the session are Sabeen Perwaiz of the Florida Nonprofit Alliance and Norin Dollard of Kids Count.
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United Way Youth Institute's Annual Forum on Gun Violence
The United Way Youth Institute invites you to attend the Miami-Dade Youth Violence Forum. The event is on Saturday, January 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is
FREE, with lunch included. This is a great chance to learn about the root causes of youth violence, gain tools necessary to affect change in your community and participate in a panel discussion and group activity with county leaders.
Saturday, January 25, 2020, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (10:30 a.m. registration)
United Way of Miami-Dade The Ansin Building
3250 Southwest Third Avenue Miami, FL 33129
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Free
Grief Support Services Available (ages 5 and up)
Twenty-five percent of children will experience the death of a significant loved one by high school graduation, and for 1 in 5, their loss will be a parent. After a loss, children and teens are vulnerable to suffer symptoms such as suicidal thoughts, social isolation, strained peer interaction, physical complaints, sleep disturbances/nightmares, and school difficulties.
Children’s Bereavement Center (CBC) provides free grief support groups for children, teens, and adults after the loss of a loved one.
- Groups meet weekly and are completely FREE for the entire family
- Groups are available for all ages – lower elementary, upper elementary, middle school, high school and adults
- A FREE pizza dinner is provided
- Groups are facilitated by Masters-level mental health professionals
- Children’s groups include art and music
- Open to anyone who has suffered a loss as a result of illness, accident, suicide or homicide
- Locations throughout Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach
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Everything You Want to Know About Social Media for Nonprofits in 2020
Nonprofit organizations are rushing to join social platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn as an additional outlet to reach their donors. Facebook rolled out individual fundraiser campaigns for enrolled NPOs where funds go directly to their accounts with transaction fees waived. In 2019, Facebook matched $7MM on #GivingTuesday to registered NPOs whose supporters contributed to their cause on December 3.
Social Blessings, LLC specializes in coaching small businesses, start-ups and nonprofits to build and polish their social media strategies through impactful marketing campaigns. Join founder and social media strategist, Karlene Scarlett, as she outlines the most recent updates, algorithm changes and the importance of engagement for popular social platforms in 2020 at The Center for Social Change on January 16, from 1 to 2 p.m.
The Center for Social Change is located at 2103 Coral Way in Miami. Tickets for the event are $15 and can be purchased at
Eventbrite.
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Kristi House: Upcoming Trainings
The following
FREE trainings are available for service providers, clinicians, child-serving professionals and informed community members:
Kristi House Central Office, 1265 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
- Stewards of Children, January 29, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
- Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior, February 7, 2-5 p.m.
- Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children, February 29, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Children and Traumatic Stress, March 25, 2-5 p.m.
Kristi House Naranja Office, 13955 SW 264th Street, Homestead, FL 33032
- Children and Traumatic Stress, January 24, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
- Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior, February 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
- Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children, March 27, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
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Available Positions at United Way of Miami-Dade *
Co-Teacher *
The United Way of Miami Dade is looking for a Co-Teacher. This position will provide a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourage their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. The idea candidate understands concepts around Visible Thinking, Multiple Intelligence, Dual Language, Inclusion, and Early Literacy Strategies.
Infant Toddler Teacher (Full Time/Part time) *
The United Way of Miami Dade is also looking for an Infant Toddler Teacher who will provide a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourages their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development for children 0 to 36 months. The position will work out of Lotus Village, located in the Overtown area. The focus of our work is to provide comprehensive high quality early care and education to low income families living in this area.
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Available Positions at Miami Children's Initiative *
The Miami Children's Initiative 2020 Job Fair at Joseph Caleb Center, 5400 N.W. 22nd Ave on the 4th Floor, is a great opportunity to get information on a variety of jobs including: After-School Teachers K-5 Gr., After-School Advocates, Curriculum Coordinator, Early Ed. Mgr., Security (PT K-8), Health & Wellness Coordinator (PT).
The Job Fair will be on January 22 and 23 (Wednesday and Thursday). Those interested in any positions should come with an updated resume, dress in business attire and be ready for an onsite interview.
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Grants Coordinator
The Town of Cutler Bay is looking for a grants coordinator who is responsible for the research and monitoring of grants and provides administrative assistance to the Town Manager in a wide range of administrative assignments to ensure the excellent operation of the Office of the Town Manager. This is a part-time position with scheduled working hours approximately twenty-four (24) hours per week. Works under the general supervision of the Town Manager or his/her designee. Pay: $22.78 - $36.61 Hourly. Deadline to Apply: January 20.
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After-School Program Instructor
Gang Alternative is seeking an after-school program instructor for its Miami and Homestead locations. The positions will direct instruction of youth with reading, social skills, physical education and arts. It will also conduct assessment testing (pre, mid, post); create a positive, enriching academic environment; and assist youth with completion of homework. The position will follow an activity schedule set by the Site Coordinator, maintain a clean, safe area for the youth and assist them in educational computer lab. Finally, the new hire must attend staff trainings outside of program hours as required and be a high school graduate.
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Teacher
Town Center School is seeking a Certified Literacy Teacher for its after-school program. The candidate will be providing group literacy activities as well as Differentiated Learning for frustrational readers. Candidates must possess a valid Florida Teaching Certificate.
Those interested should email their resumes to
Towncenter305@hotmail.com or call Cristina, Program Director, at 305.385.9981.
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Available Positions at Miami Lighthouse for the Blind
Licensed Mental Health Specialist
This position carries the major responsibilities for overseeing and directing day-to-day operations of the Social Services Department, including coordination and leadership for each defined service of the Miami Lighthouse. This position will manage matters of significance making professionalism and confidentiality critical requirements of performance in carrying out duties. Requirements: CACREP certification.
Executive Office Special Assistant
The primary purpose of this position is to assist the President and CEO with projects that are outside of the purview of the Executive Assistant, primarily writing, editing and proofreading for quality control on Miami Lighthouse written material. Participate as a member of the leadership team, must be a “roll up your sleeves” person to accomplish team goals. Requirements: bachelor's degree, writing experience.
Grant Coordinator
This position provides administrative support to the Director of Compliance and Program Grant Development, in all stages of the grant submission process, from prospect research and application preparation, to reporting. The position develops and maintains efficient systems for the paper and electronic storage and retrieval of related files and documents. Requirements: associate degree, grant experience.
Early Childhood Education Teacher ESE
Miami Lighthouse seeks an ESE Early Childhood Education Teacher for our new 72,000-square-foot Lighthouse Learning Center for Children™ full inclusion pre-kindergarten program. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in education, early childhood, special education or related field; and the State of Florida Professional Educator’s Certificate in Preschool Education (birth through age 4) or Prekindergarten/Primary Education (age 3 through grade 3).
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Lead VPK Teacher
The Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs School is looking for a Lead VPK Teacher with all the required VPK Trainings, FCCPC or degree in Early Childhood Education, and preferably some experience.
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Program Specialist - Humanities, Health & Society
The Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at Florida International University seeks a Program Specialist.
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Accountant
An accountant at The Children's Trust will be responsible for reviewing and critically analyzing financial information and provider documents within the framework of “Results-based Accountability (RBA)” and with an emphasis on maintaining quality internal control standards. This includes, but is not limited to, preparing, maintaining reviewing, and analyzing accounting records in accordance with The Trust accounting policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulations promulgated by the Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB) and Government Auditing Standards. Work performance is reviewed through conferences, reports, a mastery of the Services and Activities Management Information System (SAMIS) and observation of results achieved.
For a complete job description and application instructions, please visit:
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Available Positions at Institute for Child and Family Health, Inc.
- Therapist
- Mental Health Targeted Case Manager
For complete job listing, descriptions, requirements and to apply, visit CAREERBUILDER and CAREERROOKIE and/or e-mail résumé and cover letter to
Employment@icfhinc.org.
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Available Positions at Miami-Dade County Public Schools
- District Coordinator - Bachelor of Business Administration or a related field
- Family Intervention Specialist – 60 college credits, 15 in Psychology/Social Work
- Infant and Toddler Center Director (Part-Time) – Director's credentials
- Early Head Start Educator -12 credits in Early Childhood, and a CDA or FCCPC in Infant & Toddler required
- Head Start Educator - Associates degree in Early Childhood, CDA, 45 DCF Hours required
- Head Start Assistant - Minimum of a CDA or FCCPC in Preschool required
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Available Positions at Miami-Dade County Public Schools Department of Exceptional Student Education
- Audiologists (Full Time/Part Time)
- Deaf/hard of hearing interpreters
- Physical and occupational therapists
- Certified or licensed school social workers (Full Time/Part Time)
- Speech language pathologists
- Special educations teachers (Full Time/Part Time)
- School psychologists or licensed psychologists (Part Time)
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Do you have an announcement you'd like included in the
Weekly Provider Bulletin?
Deadline is 5 p.m. Monday for distribution that same week. Please be sure to include the who, what, when, where and why of your announcement.
to your address book.
Please do not submit announcement requests to this email address.
The Children's Trust reserves the right to omit, edit and/or adjust your announcement
for style, content and/or space considerations.
Inclusion of announcements in the
Weekly Provider Bulletin is provided as a free service to the community and does not constitute an endorsement by The Children's Trust.
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