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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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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 programing 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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Family Expo Won't Be Held This Year *
Due to the complications brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, The Children's Trust has decided to cancel its 2020 Family Expo. The 14th edition of the Family Expo will return in 2021. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the cancellation or next year's event, please write to
Expo@TheChildrensTrust.org.
"The Family Expo is one of our signature events, and we are saddened that it will not be taking place this year. However, with the coronavirus pandemic continuing to require social distancing and restrictions against large gatherings, we know that the time is not right to hold it." James R. Haj, President and CEO for The Children's Trust.
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Miami Hurricanes Hosting Launch Party for Summer Book Battle Thursday *
Calling all K-5th grade children & families: Join us on Thursday, June 18 at 10:30 a.m. for a Launch Party hosted by the Miami Hurricanes for
2020 Summer Book Battle featuring Hurricane’s athletes, dancers, coaches, activities and information on how to join yearly event. The Summer Book Battle is presented by the Miami-Dade Grade Level Reading Campaign and seeks to keep students' brains active during the summer and avoid the vaunted "summer slide." This year's battle will be held as a virtual field trip with special guests, entertainment, demonstrations, prizes and, of course, the main attraction, the Book Battle.
Register for the Thursday Pep Rally
HERE and for the July 9 Summer Book Battle
HERE. Check
StayHome.Miami late this week for more details on Summer Book Battle.
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FREE
Cloth Masks Available *
The Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE) in partnership with The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is making 15 million reusable cloth masks available to aid in decreasing the spread of COVID-19. These masks are available for distribution in our community. You may request as many as your agency can distribute. This opportunity is available to any and all residents of Florida.
Important information regarding process:
If you or any of your partners would like to access to these materials, please submit your request to Samantha Cooksey (
Samantha.cooksey@flhealth.gov) via email; and be sure to copy Walter Niles (
walter.niles@flhealth.gov) and Jana Shamburger (
jana.shamburger@flhealth.gov) on your request. This will allow proper monitoring of referrals. Please note, all requests must include the following information in order to be processed:
1. Name of organization
2. Person to address shipment to
3. Mailing address for delivery
4. Quantity needed
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Summer Invoicing Guidelines are Here
The Children’s Trust recognizes and appreciates the innovation and flexibility of our funded programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we approach the summer months, we wanted to share
Summer Invoicing Guidelines. The guidelines apply to our YAS, YEN & EEI summer 2020 programs.
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New Survey to Assess Needs of Young Parents
We are looking for service providers to recruit parents 18 to 29 years of age to participate in a survey about their needs as young parents. Those who complete a 10-minute online survey will get a chance to win a $100 gift card (20 prizes will be awarded). The survey is available in English, Spanish or Haitian Creole.
This survey is being conducted as part of an Annie E. Casey Foundation-funded research effort by community service organizations across Miami-Dade County to learn about the needs of young adult parents. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kirk Paskal, Program Coordinator, Miami Dade College, Mission North Star: Expanding Opportunity for Young Families, 305.237.7743.
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Help Families Cope with New COVID-19 Course in Trust Academy
We know some families that you work with are struggling. Everyone is navigating through things that we have never had to deal with before. In an earlier survey from The Children’s Trust, you indicated needs of families and your desire to assist. But how can you help them to express their concerns and link them to resources that will aid them during this time?
Navigating Uncertainty: Helping Families Cope with COVID-19, a new course in Trust Academy, offers suggestions for looking for less obvious needs, listening to understand the concerns of others, and linking families with ideas for coping and resources to access in the community.
Find Navigating Uncertainty: Helping Families Cope with COVID-19, created by Trust Academy Collective (your program and professional development providers), in Trust Academy by logging into
Trust Central and clicking through.
Other new and timely courses in Trust Academy, include:
- Considering Delivering Services Through Video Conferencing: Where Do I Start?
- Ready, Set, Zoom! Strategies for effectively implementing your program virtually
- The Big 5: Questions and Tips to Support Your Emotional Well-Being During COVID-19
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Updates to Trust Central Grids Are Here!
You are now able to see updates to the grids in Trust Central. Grids are utilized within several modules of Trust Central including SAMIS and Contracts. These enhancements are useful and will create a better experience including better searching and filtering.
Updates and improvements include:
- Search Refinement- including saving views to facilitate future searches
- Viewing Records
- General Navigation- including the new “View” icon
The video tutorial below will provide additional information and guidance on what to expect. Please note, the video is an imitation view of the system for demonstration.
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FREE
Young Talent Big Dreams Countywide Competition Moves 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 Upcoming Trainings *
To take any of Project RISE's many online trainings, please log into your
Trust Academy
account.
- Effective Behavior Management: Peer-Learning Workshop - June 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. *
- Effective Behavior Management: Challenging Behaviors - June 26, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. *
Register for these trainings, or take a number of online trainings at your convenience by logging into Trust Academy through your Trust Central account.
Project RISE Online Coaching Opportunities
If your program is open 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 them know what you need. Project RISE is available to help!
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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, June TBD 10 a.m-12 p.m.
- Home Safety Training & Education, Wednesday, June 24; 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, and 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. We are launching a series of Inclusion Peer Support Groups! Each one will be centered around a specific mini-theme, based on the groups’ interests. Attend any or all of these sessions.
Overview of our “Getting to Know Me Form”
- Friday, June 19, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – via Zoom
Potential (Virtual) Signs of Trouble at Home
- Friday, June 26, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – via Zoom
Zoom Trainings– Register through Trust Academy
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.
Tuesday, June 23, 10 a.m. – 12 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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Mental Well-Being Program Grants Offered by Florida Blue Foundation *
The Florida Blue Foundation recently refreshed its strategic plan, and updated objectives and focus areas. Through three new strategic Drivers of Health, the foundation believes it is firmly positioned to make a difference in the health of individuals and communities in Florida. The Foundation will focus its funding priorities on these three areas that have a significant impact on the health of Floridians: Food Security, Health Equity and Mental Well-Being, with grant applications currently being accepted in the Mental Well-Being program area.
Click here
to learn more about the grants or apply. The deadline date to submit is July 22, 5 p.m. Applications for Food Security and Health Equity will be available later this summer.
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Violence Prevention, Reconciliation and Healing Training *
Join The Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention and Treatment on Friday, June 19 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. for an online course about ways to promote reconciliation, healing, and positive bystandership by renowned psychologist Dr. Ervin Staub. This course is offered at no cost, with a suggested donation of $25-$100 to support our work to prevent violence and promote safer communities. CEs provided for psychologists, MDs, RNs, LCSW, LMHC & LMFT.
Register before June 1
here.
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Special Summer Programming for Kids with Chronic Medical Needs *
PediPec announces a special summer program for children with chronic medical needs including the following medical conditions: prematurity, neurologic disorders (including Cerebral Palsy, Seizures), respiratory conditions, feeding disorders, and more. PediPec has physical, occupational, respiratory and speech therapies and full nursing care in one location.
Free medical child care and transportation may also be available through Medicaid. For more information call PediPec at 305.948.5683.
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ConnectFamilias & BBVA Financial Education Workshop for Small Businesses *
ConnectFamilias, in partnership with BBVA, will be hosting an online
FREE financial workshop for Small Businesses on Tuesday, June 23 from 4- 5:30 p.m. BBVA Miami Market CEO, Giampaolo Consigliere, will be leading participants through the topic of Developing a Business Plan. Sign up at
https://conta.cc/37zcxmt or email Natalie at
natalie@connectfamilias.org for additional information.
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How Nonprofits Can Participate in Listen4Good Co-Funded Grants
Since 2016, Fund for Shared Insight has made more than 260 co-funded Listen 4Good (L4G) grants totaling nearly $11 million, enabling more than 130,000 individuals served by nonprofits nationwide to share their opinions. In order to apply to participate in Listen4Good’s co-funded grant rounds, nonprofits must be nominated by one of their current funders (existing or new). If the nominated nonprofit is selected to participate in L4G, the nominating funder will contribute $15,000 of the $30,000 grant total for each nonprofit selected. (Note: Funders can nominate more than one nonprofit.)
Selected nonprofits will receive:
- $30,000 during an 18-month grant period, $20,000 in the first year and $10,000 in the final six months
- Paid access to a premium SurveyMonkey account
- Unlimited access to Listen4Good's interactive, resource-filled website, which includes step-by-step guides to implementing feedback loops
- One-one-one support from an L4G coach
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Reading Explorers Share Tips to Boost Literacy Online
If your summer camp or early childhood program is planning to offer virtual, in-person, or combined services for children, Reading Explorers is available with technical and instructional remote support this summer. This Friday, Reading Explorers coaches will demonstrate how to use advanced features in zoom to boost literacy and will share resources for providing virtual reading comprehension and fluency interventions within one-hour zoom coaching sessions.
To join sessions on June 12 at 12 p.m. and/or 3 p.m., or to receive more information about scheduling a private coaching session for your program, please email
anrond@fiu.edu.
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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 and become a foster parent.
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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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PhilanthropyMiami Hosting Workshops, Webinars and More in June
PhilanthropyMiami is hosting a series of workshops, events and more, including:
Managing Crisis: Learn Key Actions Taken by CEOs During the COVID Crisis
Gil J. Bonwitt, CEO of Simpact.it, will share some effective practices of CEOs during the coronavirus pandemic. Learn about surviving, stabilizing and growing your impact during these times. These practical and effective lessons and tools will have immediate impact on your organization. Join on Friday, June 19 at 10 a.m. Free admission, register at
https://philanthropymiami.org/events/managing-crisis/.
How to Pivot Your Fundraising Gala
Corona is upending traditional fundraising events, forcing organizations to cancel them or pivot to a virtual experience. Join an organization that decided to pivot & host a fully virtual benefit dinner on April 30th. They raised nearly $2M in tickets & sponsors & over $150k the night of the event. Join Josh Hoen, COO, Teach For America Chicago–Northwest Indiana & CJ Ortuño, VP, GKollaborative on Friday, June 26, 10 a.m. Register
www.philanthropymiami.org/events/pivoting-your-fundraising-gala/.
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Available Positions at Rainbow Intergenerational Learning Centers *
Director *
On-site Center Director position at our South Beach location. Qualifications: BA in Early Childhood Education or related field ,or FCCPC, or CDA National and Director's Credential with several years of experience. Must be proficient in WORD, EXCELL and Procare management system if possible. Looking for team player with good interpersonal skills. Full time position with benefits.
Teacher and Assistant *
Qualifications : FCCPC or CDA National, DCF 45 hours. Looking for a team player with strong social skills. Creative curriculum knowledge preferred
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Available Positions at Miami Lighthouse for the Blind *
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Miami Lighthouse seeks an Early Childhood Education Teacher for our new 72,000-square-foot Lighthouse Learning Center for Children™ 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).
Optician (Part Time)
Miami Lighthouse is in search for a Part-Time Florida Licensed Optician. This position carries the major responsibilities for managing the Business Development of the Vision Solutions Center. Minimum five years of previous retail management experience required. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English. Bilingual.
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Program Manager at Guitars Over Guns
Guitars Over Guns is seeking a new Program Manager. This position will perform high-level administrative functions to grow and implement Guitars Over Guns' after-school and community-based programming. Guitars Over Guns is searching for a highly organized and proactive individual with the ability to multi-task and provide programmatic oversight in our Miami office.
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Available Positions at United Way of Miami-Dade
All it takes is a little help from you to make a big difference. Join the United Way and join in the fight for a stronger Miami!
Teacher 10-month
United Way of Miami Dade is looking for a Teacher 10-month. This position provide a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourage their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. In collaboration with the Demonstration School director and with the lead teacher design and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum according to the guidelines and key elements established by UWMD and NAEYC. For more information and to apply click
here.
Co-Teachers 12-month
Here is your chance to work for a dynamic learning facility that changes young lives. United Way of Miami-Dade's Center for Excellence in Early Education is looking for a Co-Teacher Under the guidance of the Master Teacher and Teacher is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourage their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development by assisting with the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum, materials, activities, and environments on a daily basis. For more information and to apply click
here.
Family Engagement Specialist
United Way of Miami Dade is hiring for Specialist, Family Engagement. The Family Engagement Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of enrollment systems, policies, and procedures to insure full and sustained enrollment of all children within the Grantee Services area. The Family Engagement Specialist will coordinate the development of the annual community assessments. For more information and to apply click
here.
Infant Toddler Teacher (4 locations)
The United Way of Miami Dade is also looking for Infant Toddler Teacher in full and part-time capacities 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 focus of the work is to provide comprehensive high quality early care and education to low income families living in this area. For more information and to apply click
here.
After Care Aide
United Way of Miami Dade is looking for an After Care Aide. This position, under the guidance of the teacher, will provide a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourage their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Support the daily implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum under supervision in accordance to the guidelines established by UWMD and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Maintain positive relationships with parents, children, and co-workers. Ensure safety and supervision of children at all times by meeting the physical demands of the position. Assist the responsible staff with all functions and responsibilities listed below. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and respect towards persons of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. For more information and to apply click
here.
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Director/Teacher for Child Care
The United Christian Academy needs a director/ teacher for a child care, with VPK and SPK knowledge.
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Available Positions at Center for Family and Child Enrichment, Inc.
Staff Physician *
The Staff Physician provides medical care to patients in our Pediatric & Family Health and Wellness Center.
Clinical Therapist *
Provide weekly individual and family therapy to clients, using appropriate treatment modality. Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments of clients referred for therapy, ensuring that all appropriate assurances and authorizations are obtained. Develop and maintain appropriate treatment planning in conjunction with clients/families. In this position you must also adhere to all CQI standards as required under the Federally Qualified Health Center.
Psychiatrist - Part Time *
Psychiatrist, board certified preferred. Part-time contract, 8-10 hours per week. Experienced with substance use patients, adolescent and adult. Some child evaluations, pharmacotherapy.
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