August 10, 2022








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Help Spread the Word: The Children's Trust Community Parent Survey *
The Children’s Trust is conducting an anonymous online community survey to better understand parent's needs and interests. The survey is for parents of children prenatal through 18 years old, living in Miami-Dade County and is available in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole. It should take 15 minutes or less to complete. Parents who complete the survey will be able to enter to win a $50 Target gift card. The survey link is below. Also, help The Trust spread the word to parents by sharing out our community survey flyer available in the Survey Toolkit linked below.
New SPARK Training Scheduled for Aug. 20 *
The Children's Trust is sponsoring a SPARK (Sports, Play, and Active Recreation for Kids) training event at least once every month. The training is for contracted Youth Development K-5 providers using SPARK curriculum for fitness. Watch the Trust Academy LMS Event calendar for future trainings.

Saturday, August 20
Juan Pablo Duarte Park
2800 NW 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33142
9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Please register for SPARK training via Trust Academy LMS.
New UM Team COACH Training Courses *
While UM Team Coach's trainings and peer learnings are on a summer pause, be sure to check out its asynchronous courses in Trust Academy or contact us about individual coaching!

Communities of Practice: Join a community where Parenting Providers support one another, share best practices and deepen their knowledge. CoPs are held monthly (the first week of the month) and are currently being offered virtually. CoPs will start back up again the first week of September.

1. Parent Stressors & Barriers: This CoP is held on the first Wednesday of each month. The next CoP will be held on Wednesday, September 7 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. In this CoP, we will be identifying key stressors and barriers your families may currently be facing, as well as identifying and practicing strategies to solve these barriers. Topics will vary. Click here to sign up or log in to Trust Academy!

2. Creating Support Networks & Community Outreach/Recruitment: This CoP is held on the first Thursday of each month. The next CoP will be held on Thursday, September 1 from 10-11 a.m. In this CoP, we will work collaboratively to create networks of outreach and referrals across parenting providers in the community and discuss program recruitment strategies. You will have the opportunity to get to know other community providers, share information, and support one another. Click here to sign up or log in to Trust Academy!

For more information contact teamcoach@miami.edu.
Back-to-School Virtual Open House for Newly Hired Youth Development Provider Staff
If you're hiring new staff for the new school year, be sure to invite them to attend Project RISE's Back-to-School Virtual Open House as part of their orientation/onboarding process. Taking place on August 11, from 11 a.m.-noon, this virtual open house is a perfect way for new staff to become acquainted with what Project RISE has to offer (such as trainings, courses, coaching services, and peer learning opportunities) and ask questions that will help them start the year off ahead of the curve. To receive the Zoom link, have your new staff register for the Back-to-School Virtual Open House HERE.

Upcoming Training Opportunities for Youth Development Provider Staff
Structure and Clear Limits - August 11, 2-4 p.m.
Ever wonder why some children participate in engaging activities while others put their head down on the table? In this training, youth development program staff will learn to recognize and respond to youth needs by creating routines and establishing effective guidelines and consequences that will result in positive youth engagement.

Ask-Listen-Encourage
August 12, 1-3 p.m.
Show the children and youth in your programs that you are interested in what they have to say. In this interactive workshop, youth development staff will learn how to ask effective questions, listen actively to youth, and offer encouragement beyond basic praise. Take an implementation plan back to your program.

Differentiated Literacy Instruction
August 16, 1 - 3 p.m.
In this virtual training, certified teachers learn how to use reading assessment data from the ORF and Maze to identify struggling readers and develop reading intervention plans unique to each student. Certified teachers will also learn how to create a plan of action to differentiate reading instruction. Please register for this training on Trust Academy. Once registered, you will receive an email with the Zoom link and handouts the day before the training.
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 Academy for full descriptions, meeting info and registration information.

Car Passenger Safety; Thursday, August 11; 9-11 a.m.

Car Passenger Safety; Monday, August 15; 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Tuesday, August 16; 10-11:30 a.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Tuesday, August 16; 12-1:30 p.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Wednesday, August 17; 10-11:30 a.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Wednesday, August 17; 12-1:30 p.m.
Suicide Prevention; Thursday, August 18; 9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Car Passenger Safety; Friday, August 19; 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Car Passenger Safety; Monday, August 22; 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Tuesday, August 23; 10-11:30 a.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Tuesday, August 23; 12-1:30 p.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Wednesday, August 24; 10-11:30 a.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Wednesday, August 24; 12-1:30 p.m.
Poisoning Safety; Thursday, August 25; 9-10:30 a.m.
Car Passenger Safety; Friday, August 26; 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Car Passenger Safety; Monday, August 29; 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Tuesday, August 30; 10-11:30 a.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Tuesday, August 30; 12-1:30 p.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Wednesday, August 31; 10-11:30 a.m.
Home Safety Training & Education; Wednesday, August 31; 12-1:30 p.m.
New 'Inclusion Reimagined' Course from Advocacy Network on Disabilities
***NEW COURSE*** The Advocacy Network on Disabilities is excited to announce the roll-out of Inclusion Reimagined (and along with it, the retirement of Discovering Inclusion). This updated training reflects new and changing ways of thinking about disabilities, people with disabilities, and inclusion. Many of the ideas that until recently, were considered best practice and acceptable, no longer are. Inclusion Reimagined becomes the new core course in the Advocacy Network’s portfolio and is recommended for all levels of staff in any initiative. You can access it through Trust Central.

An Administrator's Overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) *
Tuesday, August 16, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Are you an administrator, site director, or the person responsible for your organization meeting its legal obligations under the ADA? Join us to be sure you are up to date on enrollment eligibility, reasonable accommodations, policies and procedures, and more.

Understanding The Children’s Trust Guidelines for Including Children with Disabilities - Did you know that to address the needs of children and youth with disabilities, there are options for modifying outcome measures? Discover what is meant by accommodation, modification, alternate assessment, and alternate outcomes. Learn when they are appropriate for program participants, and how to request permission to use them.

Successful Inclusion of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Part 1
You hear a lot about it, but do you really know what Autism Spectrum Disorder is, and the different ways it appears in different children and youth? Learn the facts, and how to recognize and accommodate those with sensory sensitivities, foster social competence, address bullying, and ensure a safe environment.
This online course is a pre-requisite for Successful Inclusion of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Part 2.

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

Also available at your site: coaching, technical assistance, and help working with an individual child or youth. Contact your Inclusion Specialist or Pat Donovan (pdonovan@advocacynetwork.org).
Become a Foster Parent
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:
From Other Agencies
FREE Internet for Families through Miami Connected *
Miami Connected is supporting families in getting connected with no-cost or low-cost internet service at home. Families are eligible based on participation in government programs, such as SNAP or WIC, or based on household income. They can sign up online at MiamiConnected.org or by calling 305.204.6184 and receive support in English, Spanish or Creole. Contact us to learn more and access ready-to-go outreach materials.
Diversity-Informed Infant Mental Health Practice *
Cultivate a diversity-informed stance within your work to honor ethnicity and culture within relationships when working with, and on behalf of, young children and their caregivers. Join the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health (FAIMH) on August 30 10 a.m. to noon, tickets starting at $25 includes free CEUs for licensed clinical social workers, marriage & family therapists, mental health counselors or psychologists. For more information click below:
FREE Education and Early Intervention Mental Health Programs *
Teach youth and families about mental wellness with a FREE program "Ending the Silence" (ETS) presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness Miami-Dade County. ETS is a 60-minute or longer virtual/in-person presentation that increases knowledge about warning signs of mental health issues, diminishes stigma, encourages youth and families to seek help, and provides local and national resources. To schedule a presentation, email below:
FREE Back to School Community Event at Demps Park Aug. 13
Be Strong International is giving away 2,000 book bags with school supplies on August 13! If your agency would like to participate, email celida@bestronintl.org or call 305.969.7829x101 Registration link for all attendees is below. Click Amazon Registry for donations. To sign up to volunteer click here.
Free Lunch and Learn Session About DC:0-5 and Infant Mental Health
Have you wondered what the DC:0-5 was? Join us for a Lunch and Learn session focused on the DC:0-5, Zero to Three's Diagnostic Classification of Mental Health and Developmental Disorders of Infancy and Early Childhood. During this session you will learn more about infant and early childhood mental health as you further explore why the DC:0-5™ is so valuable. Join us on Friday, August 19, from 12:15-1 p.m., for this free event. To register and learn more click below:
Learn How Your Nonprofit Can Qualify for COVID Employee Retention Credit
Unlike PPP, the Employee Retention Credit is a refundable tax credit that often results in a check from the IRS for your organizations to use however you want, and you never have to repay. Many churches and nonprofits choose to use these funds to fund existing ministries and launch new initiatives. For more information on how to qualify for the COVID-19 Employee Retention Credit, contact Alex Del Rosario Alex.delrosario@rtv.org or Xxavier Robertson Xxavier.robertson@rtv.org at Recapturing the Vision.
Call for Applicants: Citrus Health Network Behavioral Health Advisory Council
Citrus Health Network is bringing back its Behavioral Health Advisory Council to provide feedback to its board of directors and staff. Behavioral Health Advisory Council members may include the following and should live in Miami-Dade or Monroe Counties: consumers living with behavioral health conditions; persons in recovery; family members of individuals with psychiatric disabilities; and representatives from community stakeholders.
Create a Marketing Plan for Your Organization with Help of FIU Students *
The graduate students of the Master of Marketing program at FIU are working with small business owners and nonprofit organizations to help them create a six-month marketing plan. If you're interested please click on and fill out the simple questionnaire by no later than August 19.

If you're interested, this is what the offer would entail:
  • Fill out this simple questionnaire
  • Be available to meet virtually or over the phone for at least one 30-minute session (two would be great!)
  • Be available to answer questions over email 
  • Send over any marketing you may have (social media, etc.) as part of the questionnaire below

Students will produce and send back a marketing plan in eight weeks after the start of class on August 20. Please make sure to enter the name of the person who they are reaching out to from your organization.
Free Webinars from Kristi House Education
Join community service providers at these free, upcoming online trainings:

  • Hurricanes: Supporting Families through Trauma: Aug. 23
  • Children and Traumatic Stress: Aug. 25
  • 10 Signs of a Healthy Relationship by OneLove: Sept. 6
  • What Every Adult Needs to Know About Child Sexual Abuse: Sept. 20
  • Stewards of Children: Sept. 22
  • Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior: Sept. 26, Oct. 18
  • Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children 101: Oct. 20

Email below for more information on how to register.
Available Mental Health Services for Families with Low-Income *
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. For more information call 305.274.3172.
Career Opportunities
Available Positions at The Children's Trust
Research & Evaluation Analyst at The Children's Trust
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.

Digital Media Specialist at The Children's Trust
The Digital Media Specialist is responsible for assisting the Communications team with all forms of digital and traditional media, with a primary focus on social media and website content updates. The Digital Media Specialist will be the primary executor of social media strategies as directed by the Communications Director and the Media Manager. The incumbent will also work with marketing and public relations consultants, as assigned. Under the guidance of the Media Manager, the incumbent will have creative latitude to develop written content, support ad buys and other marketing strategies, will have the opportunity to cultivate media stories, and will assist with web content development. Annual salary is $48,668.
Available Positions at Family Central *
HIPPY Home Visitor *
In this position you will teach parents how to become their child's first teacher. Family Central is looking for an individual who is bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Creole and who can work with our diverse population in Miami-Dade. Full time and part time opportunities are available.

Claim Specialist *
Family Central is looking to hire a full-time Claim Specialist to process monthly Child Care Food Program (CCFP) claims for reimbursement and provide technical assistance. This is a great opportunity for somebody looking to work flexible hours, who is familiar and comfortable working with diverse populations.

Administrative Assistant *
Family Central Inc. is looking for an Administrative Assistant in Miami-Dade who is bilingual in English and Spanish. This is a part-time position working 24 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays) responsible for providing general administrative and clerical support to the Incredible Years program, staff and sites.

Parent Group Leaders and Lead Parent Group Leaders *
Family Central is looking for part-time Parent Group Leaders and Lead Parent Group Leaders who are bilingual in English and Spanish. This position is responsible for delivering parent education curriculum to families in a group session following fidelity to the model of the Incredible Years program. You will be working in a great team environment, with a positive work culture. There are multiple positions available!

Family Consultant *
Family Central is looking to hire a Family Consultant to provide home visiting and family stabilization services to referred at-risk families to prevent the removal of the child or children. This is a great opportunity for somebody that has excellent organizational and case management skills, and is familiar with services offered to families in Miami Dade and Monroe counties.

Lead Teacher at Little Cruisers Child Care Center *
Little Cruisers Child Care Center located at the Port of Miami is looking for a dynamic, passionate Lead Teacher to join its team! If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a quality childcare center and have a passion for teaching and ensuring children's success, look no further, this might be the right opportunity for you!

Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant *
Family Central is looking to hire an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant for our Jump Start Program in Miami Dade, responsible for providing three levels of early childhood mental health consultation to early childhood education centers. Candidate must be bilingual in Spanish or Creole with a Master's Degree in Mental Health or Early Childhood Education.
Hiring Partnership & Research Coordinator at ConnectFamilias *
The ideal candidate will work across programs and studies to engage cross-sector partners and people with lived experience to uncover new insights and answer questions, leading to better decisions guided by data and community input. In this role, you will co-design community plans and programs driven by data and community insight so children and families thrive and succeed. Master's degree + two years exp, English/Spanish (preferred).
NAMI “Ending The Silence” Paid Presenter Position *
If you or your loved one have lived with a mental health issue and you would like to share your story with middle, high school, and college students, please contact Estephania at Estephania@NAMIMiami.org or call 786.775.1661. Ending the Silence is an engaging presentation that teaches the warning signs of mental health conditions and what steps to take if you or your loved one are showing symptoms of a mental health condition.
Program Manager at the Children's Bereavement Center
The Children's Bereavement Center has an opening for a program manager. The position is responsible for managing and supervising the support group program and program development at CBC. They will work the director of programming and program coordinators in overseeing the implementation of program-related goals. Although this position is primarily remote, candidate must reside within South Florida. To learn more apply below:
Available Positions at Open Arms Community Center
Immigration Legal Assistant
Working with accredited representatives to complete immigration forms, assembling and scanning application packages and preparing documents in support of the application. Assist with follow-up appointments with clients to complete necessary forms and applications. Prepare, maintain, and analyze records, reports, logs and documents for immigration department. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Bachelor’s degree or minimum of 3 years’ work experience in case management; bilingual Eng/Spa.

Employment Specialist
Develop employer relationships and secure job opportunities for program participants. Provide professional advice and help participants decide employment and training options. Assist participants in job search, resume writing and job application submission. Bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years’ experience in workforce development, marketing or similar field. Experience with coaching people. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to work independently and in team.
Available Positions at Institute for Child and Family Health Inc.
Available Positions at Institute for Child and Family Health Inc.:

  • Therapist
  • Mental Health Targeted Case Manager
  • Educational Tutor
  • Prevention Counselor- Dade and Broward
  • Developmental Specialist I

For complete job listing, descriptions, requirements and to apply, visit CAREERBUILDER and/or e-mail resume and cover letter to email below.
Available Positions YWCA
Early Head Start Teacher Associates
Responsible for planning and implementing daily learning activities, nurturing the children and managing and maintaining the Early Head Start classroom and its equipment and supplies, establishes and maintains supportive relationships with infants, toddlers, and parents. FCCPC Birth – Five or CDA Certification in Infant-Toddler required. High school diploma or GED, Red Cross First Aid & CPR certificate. $14.00 per hour. Full-time with benefits. Downtown Miami.
Early Head Start Teacher Assistants
Responsible for assisting Head Start classroom lead teachers in the care and development of children enrolled in an early childhood education center as well as maintenance of the classroom. High diploma or GED, and CDA/FCCPC certification required. One/two years experience working with preschool children in a child care facility preferred, preferably in a Head Start program. Bachelor/associate ECE a plus. DCF Child Care 45 hours a must. $15.72 per hour. Full-time w/benefit. Miami & Miami Gardens.
Available Positions at Easterseals South Florida *
Easterseals is always looking for talented and passionate candidates to join its extraordinary team! Here are our open positions. School: Teacher Assistant Autism Serv, Teacher Assistant Culinary Program, Teacher/Teacher Assistant Child Development Center.

Apply below:
Available Positions at Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Clerical
Full-time position to provide varied secretarial, accounting and organizational work. Provide services for administrators and schools that is necessary for the operation of organization. Employee should be organized, self-directed, display independent initiative and judgement as it relates to job assignments. Qualifications: High School Diploma
School Psychologist
Immediate part-time and full-time openings for school psychologists, with increased hourly rate for summer employment. Applicants must have experience working with children and possess either a current certificate in school psychology from the Florida Department of Education or be licensed as a psychologist through the Florida Department of Health. Candidates should send a cover letter, résumé and copy of their state certificate or license to ese@dadeschools.net.
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