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Special Notice Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
Due to the continued suspension, cancellations and postponements of most gatherings as a result of federal, state and local guidelines, any and all trainings, deadlines, jobs and events listed in this Provider Bulletin should be specifically verified with the hosting organization or agency.
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The Children's Trust Announces
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Book Bags Available for Provider Back-to-School Events *
Organizations and providers holding back-to-school events are eligible to receive The Children's Trust book bags to give away to students. Due to COVID-19, this year we will be distributing the book bags via a drive-through distribution, date to be determined. There will only be one date for ALL distributions and someone from your organization must come on that day.
Those organizations or providers interested, please
fill out this form. Submissions will be evaluated on a first-come first-served basis and are not a guarantee that book bags will be provided. Once you fill out the form, allow 7-10 days for a representative from The Children's Trust to contact you for further direction. If you are partnering with another organization please note that only one entity is allowed to apply per back-to-school event or series of events.
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Champions for Children Award Nominations Now Being Accepted *
The coronavirus pandemic hasn't stopped the great work of our providers and community leaders and it definitely won't stop the 2020 Champions for Children Award Ceremony that honors the best of our community serving the children of Miami-Dade County. Due to pandemic, this year's award ceremony will be held virtually in the fall.
If you know an individual who has gone above and beyond to impact the lives of children, consider nominating them for one on the following:
- The David Lawrence Jr. Champion for Children Award is open for nominations from the community and honors an individual for a lifetime of notable achievement and dedication to children in Miami-Dade County.
- The Excellence in Direct Service Award also is open for nominations from the community and recognizes an employee (not a manager or executive director) of a program or initiative funded by The Children's Trust whose primary duties are to provide direct service to children and families.
Nominations will be accepted until August 7.
Click here for more information, criteria or to submit nominations.
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Innovation Fund Grants to be Re-Released
The Children's Trust is re-releasing its Innovation Fund to make grants available for innovative ideas that address existing community needs, in particular those that involved COVID-19, racial inequities and social injustice. The projects must demonstrate how they will benefit children and families in Miami-Dade County. The Trust is looking for community partners who will implement short-term projects. The $1 million fund has a maximum of $100,000 per program.
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FREE
COVID-19 Testing and Vaccinations for Children
The University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic is offering
FREE
COVID-19 testing for children of all ages by appointment. To set up a test, call 305.243.2059. The mobile clinic is also offering free vaccinations by appointment. To set up the vaccinations call 305.243.6407.
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Summer Camp Program Guides and Map Available on Trust Website
The official start of summer is only days away but you have already been busy setting up your programming for the coming months. For all the information on the summer programs available from Trust-funded providers, visit The Children's Trust website's
Summer Camp programs page and search via an interactive map or listing of available programs.
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FREE
Young Talent Big Dreams Countywide Competition Continues Online
The show must go on! Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, together with presenting sponsor The Children’s Trust, have gone virtual to reopen auditions for the 10th anniversary season of Young Talent Big Dreams (YTBD), the most widespread talent competition for youth in the county. The competition will continue with kids between the ages of 8-17 submitting preliminary round audition videos that showcase their talents. Prizes remain the same and the semifinals and finals will be held in front of live audiences in late August and September, respectively, at The Miracle Theatre in Coral Gables, conditions permitting.
Those interested in registering for the new online competition should go to
StayHome.Miami
, The Children’s Trust’s new website with activities, resources and other fun features, for more information.
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Still Time to Fill Out Census Online
If you haven't received an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census online, or have but have not yet done so, there is still time. Options to fill out the census are available online, by phone or by mail. As providers, you are in a unique position to help direct families on filling out the census and informing them that it's safe, easy and important. Remember, the individuals you serve are often those who will most benefit from an accurate census count.
If you have not received your census invitation by now, you can still go online and fill out the census. Visit
my2020census.gov
.
For more information, materials and resources visit the 2020 Census pages at:
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Project RISE Coaching Opportunities *
Project RISE is here to help your program get ready for the upcoming school year! Whether your program is running virtually or in-person and you need help with reading and literacy instructional support, fitness activity promotion, or behavior management support, Project RISE is offering remote coaching services through available technologies. Please visit
Project RISE
and let us know what you need.
Project RISE Training Opportunities *
In addition to the variety of online trainings Project RISE has available through Trust Academy, RISE is looking to host a few virtual trainings in August and September for Trust-funded Youth Development programs. If you would like your staff trained in Differentiated Literacy Instruction, Effective Behavior Management, Cooperative Learning, and more, please email
joshua.lazarus@nova.edu
and let us know. All staff must have active Trust Central accounts to register for Project RISE trainings.
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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 via Zoom. Visit The Children's Trust community calendar for full descriptions, meeting info and registration information.
- Car Passenger Safety, Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m-1 p.m.
- Poisoning Training & Education, Wednesday, July 30; 11 a.m.-12 p.m. *
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Advocacy Network on Disabilities *
Does your staff need supports including children with disabilities in virtual activities?
Our Inclusion specialists are here to help through coaching, observation and providing resources. Reach out to your assigned Inclusion Specialist or to Jen Urbay; Director, Community Inclusion Initiatives at
jurbay@advocacynetwork.org
or 305.308.9941.
Inclusion Peer Support Groups, Zoom and Online Trainings
To register for any of our offerings, please log in to Trust Academy through
Inclusion Peer Support Groups (IPS)
The Advocacy Network invites you to continue connecting. The Inclusion Peer Support groups were very successful. For your convenience, we scheduled a new series at a different day and time. Each one will be centered around a specific mini-theme. Check this space next week for dates and topics of upcoming Inclusion Peer Support Group series. Attend any or all of these sessions.
Behavior Management; Strategies for Virtual Success
- Thursday, July 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m. – via Zoom
Interested about what’s happening at Miami-Dade County Public Schools for children enrolled in Exceptional Student Education programs? A Program Administrator will join us to share the latest news, and answer your questions. *
- Thursday, July 23, 3:30-4:30 p.m. – via Zoom
Lessons Learned During COVID-19 *
- Thursday, July 31, 3:30-4:30 p.m. – via Zoom
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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Providers & Partners, Tell Us All About Your Good Work to Address Needs in the Community During the Pandemic!
Trust-funded programs and initiatives throughout the community have been featured for the inspiring, life-changing services they provide to the children and families of Miami-Dade during the coronavirus pandemic. Please continue the good work and make sure to share on social media while tagging us. Also, don't forget to email your
stories and latest triumphs here
!
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Youth Economic Development Conference and Film Festival Coming Up *
URGENT, Inc.'s sixth annual Youth Economic Development Conference (YEDC) will be presented virtually through ZOOM July 23-24, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The Miami 4 Social Change Youth Film Festival will air on YouTube Live! Saturday, July 25, from 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.. YEDC is a premier career exploration opportunity for youth ages 14-21 interested in film, arts, culture, and entrepreneurship.
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Copies of
Visible You
Book Available at No Cost *
Visible You
is inspired by a reality where people are more concerned with aligning themselves to their Outer World as opposed to honoring their true self or Inner World. It is geared towards middle school and high school students or for parents to read with their young ones. The intention of this book is to serve as a tool to strengthen that Inner World in order for readers to find calmness with the things they cannot control and solutions for what they can; ultimately, providing them with the support to trust themselves and feel grounded.
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FREE
Office Furniture Available for Nonprofits *
CIS Miami's office space needs to be vacated by July 31, and they have desks, guest chairs, 2- and 4- drawer filing cabinets, Hurricane/Weather proof cabinets, armoires and other office items that must go. Items are free to non-profit organizations. There are also 3 Toshiba office-sized copiers available for a fee. All items must be picked up.
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Mental Health Wellness Online Support Groups *
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Miami-Dade Support Groups are available online and by phone through Zoom. Groups are available in English and Spanish for either individuals with mental health conditions or for their loved ones. Bilingual parents/caregivers of youth free support groups have been added on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
For more info, including wellness support group schedules, please visit
namimiami.org
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Available Mental Health Services for Low-Income Families
The Institute for Child and Family Health (ICFH) provides mental health services including Individual/family therapy and psychiatry for children and adolescents in Miami-Dade County. The institute accepts most Medicaid HMO’s and has funding for children of low-income families who do not have insurance. ICFH also provides individual/family therapy and psychiatry services for adults who have Medicaid.
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FREE
Financial Literacy Programs & Activities
Junior Achievement is offering FREE online lessons for grades K-12, focusing on financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Miami-Dade nonprofits serving low-income students in grades K-12 can also receive free Junior Achievement programs to implement as a supplement during their summer or fall programming.
To view the free online activities, visit
www.jamiami.org and click on “Free Online Resources."
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Available Positions at United Way of Miami-Dade *
- Financial coach
- Health specialist
- Family engagement specialist
- Manager, engagement
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Available Positions at Rainbow Intergenerational Learning Center *
On-site Director for Miami Beach Location *
Qualifications: FCCPC, CDA , AA in ECE or BA in ECE or related field. Must be bilingual, computer savvy, good management skills with at least 2 years of experience. Full time with benefits.
Teacher and Teacher Assistant Positions *
Qualifications: DCF 45 hours, FCCPC or CDA preferred.
Part time.
Pre-K-4 Teacher *
Must speak fluent English, DCF 45 hours, FCCPC or CDA credentials.
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Available Positions at Kristi House Children's Advocacy Center
Now is a great time to join the winning team at Kristi House, a nationally recognized leader in treating child trauma. Open positions:
- Family Engagement & Intake Specialist, Project GOLD
- Youth Advocate, Project GOLD
- Family Advocate
- Education & Outreach Specialist
- Therapist
- Supervisor, Family Advocates
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Available Positions at Federation of Families
Parent educators and outreach specialists are being sought at Federation of Families. Responsibilities include:
- Facilitate in-home & virtual EBP Standard Triple P Parenting curriculum (Training is provided).
- 30 hours a week, must have a car, available to work some evenings and weekends if necessary.
- Complete assessments and data collection as required.
- Excellent writing & verbal communication skills.
- Attend weekly supervision & case staffing.
- Conduct community outreach for enrollments
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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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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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