March 29, 2023

Bidders’ Conference for Small CBO Capacity-Building RFP on April 6 *

Have you been operating a small community-based organization (CBO) for at least two years and just need some assistance to scale up? The Children's Trust will be releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) on April 3 for our Small CBO Capacity-Building initiative. If approved for funding, executive directors will participate in learning sessions, work with peer group and receive professional coaching while using funding to complete capacity-building growth plans. The Bidders’ Conference and Application Training will take place April 6, from 9-11:30 a.m. via Zoom. Go to the Grants link below to register.

Less Than a Month from Champions for Children Awards; Get Seats Here!

The 17th Annual Children's Trust Champions for Children Award Ceremony returns on Tuesday, April 27, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at the DoubleTree by Hilton Miami Airport and Convention Center, 711 NW 72nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33126. This year there are two new awards, including an Excellence in Youth Leadership Award, to go along with the rest of the honors and recognitions.

For more information on seats, tables and for sponsorship opportunities, please click below:

Live Virtual and In-Person Training from Advocacy Network on Disabilities

Live In-Person: Friday, March 31, 10-11:30 a.m. Branches, 129 SW 5th Avenue, Florida City, Florida 33034 Let’s Play Together – Practical solutions for adapting recreational activities. Table games, sports activities, simulations – come ready to play, and to learn some easy to implement adaptations so all children can participate. Find out about universal design and how it levels the playing field for all. 

To register for trainings visit https://collabornation.net/login or go to TrustCentral.org and click on the Trust Academy link.

Also available: Coaching, Technical Assistance, and help working with an individual child or youth. Contact your Inclusion Specialist or Pat Donovan (pdonovan@advocacynetwork.org). 

Introduction to Effective Behavior Management (Spanish) from Project RISE

If you are a Youth Development program director or administrator and have staff who learn more effectively in Spanish, please know that Project RISE has created a Spanish-language version of our Introduction to Effective Behavior Management course. The course, titled INTRODUCCIÓN AL MANEJO DEL COMPORTAMIENTO, is available in the Trust Academy course catalog for your staff to take at their convenience.

Hundreds of kids and teens in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties are in need of safe, loving homes through no fault of their own due to abuse, neglect and/or abandonment. Citrus Family Care Network is looking for people who want to change the life of a child. Open your home and your heart, "Become a Foster Parent."



For more information call 1.855.786.KIDS (5437), or Kimberly Lopez at 786.562.8758, email klopez@citrusfcn.com, or visit:

Research Opportunity for Families at the University of Miami *

Do you serve parents or caregivers of children who are 6-11 years old? Are those children sometimes irritable, angry, or moody? Do they occasionally have tantrums, outbursts, or other intense emotions? If so, they may be eligible to participate in the Real Time Understanding of Mood and Behavior in Everyday Life (RUMBEL) Study at the University of Miami! Participants would be asked to complete a series of assessments over a period of about 30 days and would be compensated up to $217.50.

Last Days to Apply for Town of Cutler Bay Community Fund Grants

The Town of Cutler Bay established the Community Fund to improve the Town’s residents quality of life through various ways and to create supportive partnerships with local nonprofit organizations that help, support, and serve the community. Grant awards: $500 - $2,500 Priority areas: education, environment, culture, social services, and other philanthropic activities Grant Cycle Deadline: March 31.

Volunteer with The Women's Fund Miami Dade for Power of the Purse 2023

Help your Women's Fund Miami by volunteering for Power of the Purse 2023 on May 5 from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. Join us in our vision to create a Miami-Dade where power and possibility are not limited by gender. Power of the Purse is our signature event of the year that impacts women and girls in Miami-Dade County and the Women's Fund needs help to make the experience the best it can be! Sign up below:

Free Drowning Prevention Class at Alper JCC

Drowning is the leading cause of death in children living in Miami. Join us as we teach your children general emergency safety such as how to dial 911 and water safety skills including CPR and the American Red Cross Longfellow Whales Tales program in a fun, stress-free environment. Children who complete the program will be given a special certificate and Whale's Tales Safety activities. Click below to RSVP.

All Kids Included Professional Development Workshop

The Miami-Dade Dept. of Cultural Affairs is offering the All Kids Included Professional Development Workshop "A Beginner's Mind and Creative Mindfulness" with Alana DaCosta. This in-person interactive session will explore the beginner’s mind through creative mindfulness activities and thought-provoking dialogue that will inspire innovative action steps in and out of the classroom.

The workshop will take place on Friday, April 7, 8:30 a.m.-noon at Sandrell Rivers Theater at 6103 NW 7 Ave, Miami, FL 33127.

To register or for more information click below:

Free Professional Development for Miami-Dade Public Teachers

On April 15, 16, 22, and 23, there will be a FREE professional development opportunity for our public school teachers! The IMSE class costs $1,500 but is completely free through The Lucy Project, all materials included! In addition, Miami-Dade County Public Schools awards 30 master points if the ensuing apprenticeship is completed successfully. The apprenticeship has an additional cost of $2,000 and is also FREE for local teachers! Learn about the Science of Reading! For more information, please write email below:

Free Webinars from Kristi House Education

Join community service providers at these free, upcoming online trainings:

• Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children 101: April 18, June 13
• Children and Traumatic Stress: April 20
• Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior: May 18
• Stewards of Children: May 23
• The 10 Signs-Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships: May 25
• What Every Adult Needs to Know About Child Sexual Abuse: June 1
• How Mass Violence Impacts Youth: June 15

Click below for more info and registration:

Available Positions at The Children's Trust

Community Engagement Manager -($55,968 Annual)

The Community Engagement Manager is responsible for performing a variety of community driven duties with an emphasis on maintaining contact with community groups, parents and other caregivers, providing support to residents on children’s needs, as well as evaluating and responding to community needs concerning children. The incumbent exercises independence of action and will possess considerable knowledge of community activities and needs for children and families and use considerable professional judgment in the performance of community engagement work.

Administrative Services Coordinator, Human Resources - ($48,668 Annual)

This Administrative Services Coordinator – Human Resources, is responsible for assisting in a variety of functions related to the administrative services of The Children’s Trust’s operations which include continuous quality improvement, planning, coordination, and management of special projects related to the area of Human Resources.

This position includes, but is not limited to, assisting in the development of procedures, project management, and assigned tasks related to Human Resources matters.

Media Manager - ($55,968 Annual)

The Media Manager is responsible for assisting the Director of Communications with all forms of media, including earned and paid media, sponsored content, and social media. The Media Manager will be the primary executor of media strategies as directed by both the Director of Communications and the Chief Public Policy & Engagement Officer. The incumbent will also work directly with both marketing and public relations consultants, as assigned. The incumbent will have creative latitude to develop written content, under the approval of the Director of Communications and Chief Public Policy & Engagement Officer and will have the opportunity to pitch and develop media stories.

Research & Evaluation Analyst - ($55,968 Annual)

The Research and Evaluation Analyst is a critical member of both cross- and inter-departmental teams at The Children’s Trust who engages in proactive problem-solving and critical thinking/analysis related to the design and effectiveness of various child, youth and family services. Primary responsibilities include: contributing to effective program and systems designs for The Children’s Trust’s priority investments in child, youth and family services; designing and maintaining sound data collection tools and systems to capture meaningful program, operational and community data in a user-friendly, accessible manner; and analyzing and making meaning from available data to tell our stories using compelling visualizations and reports, with an intentional focus on the specific audience and purpose of the message.

Parenting Workshop Facilitator Position at UM (Part-Time) *

The University of Miami is hiring workshop facilitators to deliver evidenced-based parenting workshops as part of The Children's Trust Parent Club. The facilitator will deliver 60-90 minute parenting workshops in a variety of Miami-Dade communities both in-person and online. The ideal candidate will be bi-lingual in English and Spanish and have excellent public speaking skills. Join the team of parenting workshop facilitators and be a part of helping families to raise children that are successful, healthy, and happy!

Available Position at Overtown Youth Center *

Facilities and Logistics Manager *

The Overtown Youth Center is looking for a Facilities and Logistics Manager that will provide high-quality professional services to assist the Overtown Youth Center with management daily logistics supporting main functions of the organizations to include Family Services, Program Services, and Development Services. Her/she must be passionate about community development. The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership qualities: exemplary, effective, and respectful. For more information call 305.349.1204.

Workforce Development Specialist *

The Workforce Development Specialist inspires, empowers and enriches the lives of adults and families. The Workforce Development Specialist will successfully implement and manage program components that lead to positive outcomes. The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership qualities: exemplary, effective, and respectful. The ideal candidate also has a progressive mindset to aid in the transformation of the economic well-being of individuals residing in the communities we serve. For more information call 305.349.1204.

Senior Accountant *

A successful Senior Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. The ideal candidate also has experience collaborating and/or managing a team of accountants and junior accountants. For more information call 305.349.1204.

Available Position at Miami Diaper Bank

Miami Diaper Bank is looking for passionate and competent individuals who love helping babies and children in their community but also have great customer service, organizational and communication skills. Two positions are currently available: Part-time Mobile Unit Coordinator and Full-time Core Program Coordinator For both positions, applicants must be eligible to work in the US, must be bilingual and must have reliable transportation.

Sant La Looking for a Natural Helper

Sant La Neighborhood Center is seeking a natural helper who will assist the therapeutic team in connecting families to appropriate services & resources. Responsibilities: Community assets & help make referrals to community partners; identify, complete & follow-up on necessary referrals for care and services; participate in weekly case staff meetings to discuss client’s progress, therapists’ needs, & administrative paperwork; and attend relevant trainings and workshops.

Parent Educator at Advocacy Network on Disabilities

The Parent Educator provides education and support to parents and children with disabilities in their home, maintaining fidelity to the Nurturing Parent Program model and other evidence-based practices selected for service provision. Training and experience requirements: Bachelors in social work, psychology or other related field. Minimum of 2 years experience working with families who have children with disabilities and knowledge of local community strongly preferred. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Bilingual English-Spanish required.

Salary range: $42,000-$45,000. They offer 100% employer-paid medical benefits, 12 paid holidays, and generous PTO. Please email resume to address below: