April 28, 2021








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The Children's Trust Announces
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Semi-Annual Provider Meeting to be Held Virtually on Thursday!
Virtual Semi-Annual Provider Meeting: Thursday, April 29, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The Children's Trust will host a general session for all Trust-funded providers from 9-11 am. Breakout sessions will follow from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. for providers in the areas of Youth Development K-5, 6-12, Parenting/Family Strengthening and Partnerships. The Provider Meeting will take place virtually, where the theme of meeting will be “Community Unity and Resilience during the Pandemic.” Please ensure that all staff members who are essential to our partnership attend; this includes your executive director/CEO for the morning session, along with the individuals who manage your program for the breakout sessions. Register below.

Be sure to download the latest version of the Zoom app.
Save the World in Your PJs! Virtual Volunteer Panel and Pilot Launch
Join a stellar panel of experts for a discussion on barriers and solutions for volunteering in a digital world. We will also demo a new way for nonprofits to use volunteers online, with the launch of VirtualVolunteerFL.com an initiative of The East-West Foundation and funded by The Children's Trust innovation Fund. The online panel will take place Monday, May 3, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. RSVP below.
New In-Person SPARK Training for Youth Development K-5 Providers
The Children's Trust is sponsoring SPARK (Sports, Play, and Active Recreation for Kids) training that will be provided in-person on Saturday, May, 15. This training is for contracted Youth Development K-5 providers using SPARK curriculum for fitness. Please limit registrations to two staff per agency per training. Pre-registration is required. Facial coverings/masks are required.
Go to Trust Academy to register!
Debriefing Schedule Posted
The debriefing schedule for RFQ #2021-05 Afterschool Meals Food Program Sponsor has been posted in the Resources section of the solicitation and on The Children's Trust website.
UM Team COACH: Getting Families Through the Door
Everything is set for you to serve your families – you know that there are many benefits to your program and you’re eager to work with your community. But how do you get families through the door (physical or virtual)? This online training course will help you identify at least two strategies to improve recruitment in your program and at least one setting to expand your efforts. This course is appropriate for direct service providers and supervisors of Parenting programs. Available in Trust Academy.
Update the Children's Trust Logo
Providers using the Children's Trust Logo on any material must send that material for review and approval to communicationscompliance@thechildrenstrust.org. To download the current Trust logo, visit the Media Kit & Logos page on the Trust website:
Are You Ready for Summer? Help with Camp is Available for Youth with Disabilities *
Summer is a time for fun and vacation, but it can also be challenging to find the right summer camp – especially for children with disabilities. With many children attending school virtually since last March, summer camp presents a wonderful opportunity for many to ease back into a routine and get ready to return to school this Fall.

Thanks to a generous allocation from The Children’s Trust, funding is available to provide supports that create meaningful, safe, and inclusive opportunities at Trust-funded summer camps. This is a highly Individualized process taking into account the needs of each child or youth.

Eligible children and young adults have a diagnosed condition, and need significant support in areas that include:

  • Activities of daily living (eating, dressing, using the rest room);
  • Communication;
  • Mobility;
  • Managing health conditions or taking medication; and/or
  • Behaviors that interfere with program participation.

Call 786.365.2274 or email below:
The Advocacy Network on Disabilities Training Opportunities *
Tuesday, May 5, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Navigating Community Resources – Unsure what’s available or where to find help for children with disabilities and their families? Join us for an introduction to the most helpful resources, and learn how to assist families navigate these systems of care.

Thursday, May 18, 9:30 a.m-12 p.m. *
An Administrator's Overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act: 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.
Always available online:

  • Discovering Inclusion & Successful Inclusion of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Part 1.

Is your program looking for coaching, technical assistance, or other help with inclusion? Contact your Inclusion Specialist. Not sure who it is? Contact Pat Donovan at pdonovan@advocacynetwork.org.

It is the policy of The Advocacy Network on Disabilities to comply with all of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request materials in an accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any accommodation to participate in Advocacy Network on Disabilities trainings, please contact Pat Donovan, 305.204.2644 (cell) or pdonovan@advocacynetwork.org at least one week in advance to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service.)
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.

Home Safety Training & Education, Thursday, April 29, 1-2:15 p.m.
Getting Ready for a Successful Summer? Project RISE is Here to Help! *
Are you interested in learning strategies to increase self-motivation in students?
Are you eager to learn methods to promote youth leadership?
Are you looking for ways to increase your students’ self-esteem?

If you answered, "Yes." to any of these, click the button below to request coaching assistance.
Project RISE Summer YEN Training Opportunities
Project RISE is here to help your 6-12 Youth Development staff prepare for summer with a Zoom-based, YEN-focused trainings. Learn more about items on the SEL-PQA that will help you increase your CAT scores, and take a plan to implement back to your program. If you are interested in having your staff trained in late May or early June, or have any questions, please email below:
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 Ben Morales at 305.608.9640, or visit:
Inspiring Stories Welcomed!
Trust-funded programs and initiatives throughout the community have been doing inspiring, life-changing and heroic work to provide for the children and families of Miami-Dade during the coronavirus pandemic. Please continue the good work and make sure to share their stories social media while tagging us. Also, don't forget to email your stories and latest triumphs!
From Other Agencies
Pérez CreARTE Grants Program Offering $1.5 Million for the Arts *
The Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation's CreARTE Grant Program is now open for applications until May 28. The Foundation will invest over $1.5 million in Miami-Dade organizations working to cultivate an equitable arts community by expanding residents’ access to the arts and making our city a global hub for artistic excellence.

Through CreARTE, the Foundation will award grants in three main areas of focus:
  • Arts Access: Funding to support meaningful and diverse public engagement with, and access to, various forms of high-quality art across Greater Miami and the integration of the arts into the fabric of community life. 
  • Arts Education: Funding to support high-performing, innovative organizations in Greater Miami working to ensure that all young people have equitable access to arts education opportunities.  
  • Artist Fellowships and Residencies: Funding to support the creation and/or expansion of artist fellowship and residency programs to expand local options for artistic professionals to hone their talents and showcase their work. 
FREE Parenting Program with Federation of Families *
The Triple P Parenting Program is for parents with children who have mild to moderate behavioral issues and are under the age of 12 years old. The Program consists of 10 free, 1 hour, parenting sessions with a Triple P Parent Educator from FOF. Parents will learn and practice the skills necessary to tackle behavioral challenges with various strategies implemented from the evidence based Triple P curriculum. We provide the sessions in English or Spanish, in home or virtual.
Parent to Parent of Miami Learning Opportunities | IDEA/IEP Seminar *
Becoming a stronger advocate for your child starts by understanding special education law. Stay informed, know your rights, and play an active role in your child’s education. Learn about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) which is designed to protect the rights of students with disabilities and the IEP.

IDEA Seminar
Wednesday, May 26, 5-7 p.m.
IEP Seminar
Wednesday, June 2, 5-7 p.m.
Parent to Parent of Miami Learning Opportunities | Understanding ADHD *
This presentation provides families an overview of the different types of ADHD, affects, educational supports and accommodations, and strategies to help individuals with ADHD at home and in school.

Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Wednesday, May 12, 5-7 p.m.
The Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention & Treatment 25th Annual Conference
Join The Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention & Treatment on May 7 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Zoom for its 25 Annual May Conference! The Melissa Institute’s internationally renowned Scientific Board Members will share their current work on violence prevention and the promotion of well-being. Continuing education credits are available for LMHC, LMFT & LCSW, Psychologist, Mediators, Physicians, and Master Planning Points.
Young Parents Can Get Tuition Assistance to go Back to School
Mission North Star is a community whose mission is to close equity gaps for young parents in Miami-Dade County. It works to create opportunities that provide economic stability and deliver a wide range of free services to guarantee success for you, your children and generations beyond. Benefits include college tuition, fees and books assistance, child care options, job placement, parent support groups, mental health counseling, food assistance and more. Parents between 18 and 29 can qualify. To apply write Leandra Vega at lvega5@mdc.edu and schedule a call below. Don't wait, summer term starts May 10.
Looking for Parents/Caregivers for FREE 16 Week Parenting Program
Family Resource Center is currently recruiting for its Parenting Program- (Nurturing Parenting Program®), which is a free 16-week program for Court mandated and voluntary parents/caregivers of children under the age of 12 years old. For more information call Rosario Hidalgo-Vargas at 305.960.5558 or at RHidalgo@frcflorida.org or the Family Resource Center contact below.
FREE Summer Camp Open to All Miami-Dade Middle School Students
Campers will engage in STEAM activities, business, cooking, nutrition, fitness, academic support, field trips and more! The camp will be held at Nautilus Middle School from June 21 - August 13, 2021, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily meals and transportation are included. Programming will be modified to follow the latest CDC COVID-19 safety guidelines. Space is limited.
Career Opportunities
Available Positions at Center For Family & Child Enrichment *

Center For Family & Child Enrichment is dedicated to help children and their families by providing the right services and solutions based on individual needs. CFCE is constantly evolving to better support our community.

Dependency Case Manager Supervisor *
As a Dependency Case Manager Supervisor you will manage the daily operations of a dependency case management unit. Minimum experience: Four years of relevant experience working with children and families in the Child Welfare System (two years of experience with a Masters).

Certified Dependency Case Manager *
As a Certified Dependency CM, you will identify and assess client and family needs as a result of allegations of abuse or neglect by caretakers, with the ultimate goal of family reunification. Min. Experience: Bachelor's Degree & provisionally certified in child welfare.

SNAP (Stop Now & Plan) Case Manager *
As a Stop Now & Plan (SNAP) Case Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day case management of SNAP boys and girls which includes completing intake assessments, following up on referrals and scheduling of intake appointments and monitoring youth and family’s progress. Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field. Minimum experience: Experience with structured groups and parent education groups is preferred, Community/agency liaison experience is desired.

Dependency Case Manager Apprentice *
As a Dependency Case Manager Apprentice, you will learn the position of Dependency Case Manager and the Child Welfare System. This position entails a training class that is run by our lead agency as well as shadowing current dependency case managers to learn the job. The training class is followed by a certification test administered by the Florida Certification Board. Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a human services related field from an accredited university.
Director of Development Cristo Rey Miami High School *

Cristo Rey Miami High School is looking for an experienced Director of Development. The Director will plan and spearhead strategic development plans and tasks necessary to reach Cristo Rey Miami's fundraising goals. This position reports to the President and will lead all philanthropic initiatives, including major gifts, foundational and corporate opportunities to build a sustainable development pipeline. The Director will be responsible for overseeing the development process from initial contact to pledge.
Available Positions at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami, Inc. *

Catholic Charities is hiring for the following positions:

  • Early Head Start Teacher Aid
  • Teacher Aid
  • Youth Care workers
  • Case Managers
Available Positions at Miami Lighthouse for the Blind *

Summer Music Vocal Coach *
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind seeks a Music Vocal Coach for the 2021 summer program to provide vocal anatomy, ability to harmonize and proficient on piano; valid FL Driver’s License and ability to travel within the community.

Early Intervention Specialist *
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind seeks an Early Intervention Specialist to provide comprehensive rehabilitation, developmental training, and family/home intervention services to children aged birth through five. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; experience working with infants and toddlers.

Data Entry Specialist *
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind seeks a Data Entry on a full-time basis to be responsible for scheduling and managing the day-to-day office and clinical operations for the Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program. HS Diploma required, AA preferred; one year of experience working with database and running queries/reports; experience working in a medical office preferred; and bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
Child Development Specialist Needed at University of Miami's Healthy Steps Program

A Child Development Specialist position is now open in the University of Miami's Healthy Steps Program. HS Specialist will work with parents of children ages 0-3 out of 2 pediatric clinics located in the medical campus. Job duties include providing developmental guidance, parenting tips, and screenings. Applications can be found at UM's website.
Child Therapist at Lotus House Women's Shelter

Candidates must have experience working with individuals with histories of complex trauma, medical and mental health issues, and developmental needs and delays. Master's in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy and excellent engagement skills required. Licensed professional and certification and training in PCIT, TF-CBT, and/or CPP preferred. Experience with LGBTQ+ children and/or adolescents preferred. Motivational interviewing experience a plus.
Preschool Literacy Tutor at Florida Reading Corps

Florida Reading Corps is a breakthrough AmeriCorps program that is changing academic outcomes for thousands of students. The Preschool Literacy Tutor is embedded into a classroom of children ages 3 – 5 to develop children’s early literacy skills in preparation for Kindergarten, serving alongside a teacher. Florida Reading Corps is perfect for recent grads, career changers, stay-at-home parents and retirees.
Available Positions at ConnectFamilias, Inc.

Partnership Associate
Supports CF Team by tracking data, assisting with partnership activities, fostering collaboration across team members, partners.

Partnership Coordinator
Conducts research, data analysis, connects cross-sector partners, and communicates results.

Family Coordinator
Assess needs and co-design solutions that inspire children/youth and support families by connecting them to individualized resources and supports.
Available Positions at YWCA

Staff Accountant
Responsible for providing daily performance of technical and administrative accounting work and maintaining the organization’s fiscal records and systems. Pay range $45K - $55K, Monday - Friday. Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field of study; two (2) years to four (4) years of directly related accounting experience preferably in a non-profit environment or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Part-Time Human Resources Specialist
Responsible for providing administrative and data entry support in all functional areas of Human Resources which may include recruitment, hiring, onboarding, payroll, compliance records, benefits compliance & training data administration. Pays $14.88 per hour for 25 hours p/week, Monday - Friday. Associate's degree minimum; 2 to 3 years of administrative, human resources, payroll, or recruitment related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Licensed Clinical Therapist at Center for Family & Child Enrichment

The Center for Family and Child Enrichment is dedicated to help children and their families by providing the right services and solutions based on individual needs. CFCE is constantly evolving to better support our community. As an LCSW, you will 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.
Teacher and Assistant Teacher at Rainbow Intergenerational Learning Center

Part-time teacher and teacher assistant positions available in both our Little Havana and our Miami Beach Center. Must have DCF 45 minimum and teachers FCCPC or CDA National.
Data Scientist for The Children's Trust 

The Children's Trust’s Information Technology (IT) team is responsible to implement strategically aligned solutions to increase the use of information to support decision making to meet financial, strategic, and operational goals. The IT team supports all departments throughout The Trust, and its community networks and provider partnerships. The Data Scientist’s role is to collaborate and engage with end users to identify the information and reporting business requirements, key performance indicators and strategic measures needed to ensure the delivery of actionable Information that is defined, governed, secure, accurate, and accessible to users based on business need. This role requires exceptional communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and communicate these requirements to the technical team and serve as a liaison between stakeholders, users and technical resources through the development and implementation of these requirements.

The Data Scientist reports directly to the Director of IT. Performance is reviewed through meetings, reports, and observation of results achieved.

Click below for complete job description and application instructions.
Available Positions at Miami-Dade County Public Schools

  • Family Service Case Specialist - Associates degree
  • Head Start Educator - Associates Degree in Early Childhood, CDA, 45 hrs DCF
  • Head Start Assistant - CDA in Pre-School or equivalent, 45 hrs DCF
  • Early Head Start Educator - Early Childhood classes, CDA in Infant/Toddler, 45 hrs DCF
  • Early Head Start Assistant - CDA in Infant/Toddler or equivalent, 45 hrs DCF


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Available Positions at Institute for Child and Family Health, Inc.

  • Developmental Specialist
  • Therapist
  • Mental Health Targeted Case Manager

For complete job listing, descriptions, requirements and to apply, visit CAREERBUILDER and CAREERROOKIE and/or e-mail resume and cover letter by clicking below.
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