The last two Provider Meetings were a huge success! Let’s keep the momentum going! The Children's Trust will host a general session for all Trust-funded providers from 9-11 am. Breakout sessions will follow for providers in the areas of Youth Development K-5, 6-12, Parenting/Family Strengthening and Partnerships and will take place from 11-12 p.m. Please ensure that all staff members who are essential to our partnership attend this virtual meeting; this includes your executive director/CEO for the morning session, along with the individuals who manage your program for the breakout sessions.

We are excited to announce that on-site metrics visits will be taking place this fall. Program managers will visit your programs to review and support your continuous quality improvement efforts. The Metrics tool for 21-22 has been updated and can be found here. Please review carefully with your team as there are some minor updates to the Metrics tool. Updates are highlighted in yellow. Note: visits will begin mid-September. In the upcoming weeks, your program manager will be reaching out for any needed information prior to your visit. If you have any questions, please reach out to your program manager.

Visit www.umteamcoach.com to view this month’s newsletter, request coaching, watch quick, how-to videos, and explore how UM Team COACH can support your Parenting Program! UM Team COACH offers online courses, live trainings, individualized coaching, and peer-learning opportunities tailored to the needs of Parenting Program Providers to support you in reaching your greatest potential as a provider.

The Children’s Trust stands with all the victims of the Surfside building collapse and is committed to helping victims, their families and friends navigate the traumatic aftermath. The Trust has created a Crisis Support page on its website that lists a variety of support agencies that cater to children and families’ mental and emotional wellness. Please visit if you or someone you know needs assistance.

The Children's Trust Family Expo is coming to your neighborhood! This year's event will take place on different days and at different locations. Find the one that is closest to you!

The Children's Trust is sponsoring two SPARK (Sports, Play, and Active Recreation for Kids) trainings that will be provided in-person in September. Both trainings are for contracted Youth Development K-5 providers using SPARK curriculum for fitness and are exactly the same.

Saturday, September 11, 2021

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Juan Pablo Duarte Park

2800 NW 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33142

Saturday, September 18, 2021

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Juan Pablo Duarte Park

2800 NW 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33142

Pre-registration is required. Please read the description for instructions so you are prepared.

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:

DLI is *required* for all certified literacy teachers and is recommended for all staff involved in literacy activities.

YEN providers are required to incorporate youth voices in their programming. Attending this training is a great place to start!

Learn to promote youth engagement in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities & projects.

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: Tuesday, August 10; 1-3 p.m.

Home Safety Training & Education: Thursday, August 12; 1-2:30 p.m.

Suicide Prevention Training: Tuesday, August 17; 1-2:30 p.m.

Poisoning Safety Training: Tuesday, August 24, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Car Passenger Safety: Wednesday, August 25; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Home Safety Training & Education: Thursday, August 26; 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Could your camp counselors use some training to help them include students with disabilities?

Count Me In: Discovering Inclusion for Kids - Learn fun, meaningful activities to do with your summer camp students to build their disability awareness and encourage them to appreciate differences.

Structures for Success - Youth both with and without disabilities can behave in challenging ways. Learn the 7 basic needs youth exhibit and take away strategies for meeting these needs through positive, preventive approaches. This training is especially relevant to YEN and YAS Providers.

Contact your Inclusion Specialist or Pat Donovan at pdonovan@advocacynetwork.org to schedule on-site training for 15-20 participants.

Pre-Publication Released on Important Considerations For COVID-19 Vaccination of Children with Developmental Disabilities, concludes that children with Developmental Disabilities are probably at higher risk from COVID and that the COVID-19 vaccine reduces negative outcomes. We can all support more equity for our children. Read More

An Administrator’s Overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): 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. Live/Virtual (Zoom)

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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.)

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 on social media while tagging us. Also, don't forget to email your stories and latest triumphs!

The Program Manager is responsible for administering and monitoring contracts for various early childhood programs and services throughout Miami-Dade County that are funded by The Children's Trust. This position requires occasional non-traditional work hours (weekends and evenings). Background and experience in data analysis, process improvement and analytics is preferred. The following duties are illustrative for this position: assist with the development and management of the bid solicitation process; monitor funded programs and services; participate in meetings and professional development activities; manage contract amendments and revisions; manage contract compliance; examines and uses data, processes and systems for organizational goals setting.

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.

Division of Exceptional Student Education announces immediate part-time and full-time openings for school psychologists. 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, resume and copy of their state certificate or license to Kelli R. Hunter at khunter@dadeschools.net.

The following positions are available at the Institute for Child and Family Health Inc.:

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

The OLCDC is looking to hire for the following positions:

For job descriptions, requirements and to apply, please click below.

Silver Bluff Elementary School is seeking nurturing and enthusiastic individuals 18 and older to work as activity leaders for the after school care program. Also seeking activity leaders to teach the following community school classes: dance, sports, self defense, cheerleading, and tutoring.

Please email resume to Sandy Moise, Assistant Principal for Community Education.

Federation of Families is seeking a Youth Facilitator. Co-facilitate weekly arts sessions and support PYD Team in maintaining classroom of approximately 50 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students. Work status: PTE. Hours: Mon-Fri, 3:30-6:30 p.m.; Payroll frequency: Bi-weekly; $17.00 an hour, 20 hours per week; location: Main Office Miami Gardens - MDCPS Miami Lakes/Hialeah. Please send resume to chavon@fofmiami.org.

Part-time afternoons, 21 hours per week, 1:45 to 6 p.m., Rate of Pay: $10.00.

Locations:

Overtown Youth Center is expanding and has multiple openings!

Please send your resume and the name of the position you are interested in to nicole.mcmillan@overtownyouth.org.

The FSU Young Parents Project seeks a Registered Nurse (BSN) or Nurse Practitioner to be part of a home visiting team that provides clinical intervention and health education to court-involved expectant/parenting teens and their children throughout Miami-Dade County. Flexible schedule-32 hours/week. Reliable transportation; Level 2 background clearance required.

Send resume to tara.wynn@fsu.edu; apply at https://jobs.fsu.edu - Job ID 82998.

Works with Trust-funded programs to increase their capacity to include children with disabilities. Provides training, coaching, technical assistance, advocacy, and serves as content expert. Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred, and knowledge of field. $42-$47K.

Utilizing a strength-based approach, helps families connect to services, advocate, and build protective factors. Master's required, license a plus, minimum of 2 years experience and bi-lingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole). $46-$48K

Employer pays 100% of medical insurance, 12 paid holidays, and generous PTO. Send resumes to hr@advocacynetwork.org.

The Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department seeks year round part time recreation leaders to assist in the planning, organizing, directing and promoting of recreational activities and events for all age groups. Work involves the adapting of programs to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of all patrons. Valid Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record and two months full-time paid experience or college equivalent classes required. First aid and DCF certification preferred.

Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contribution into real change. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!

View our homepage https://unitedwaymiami.org in the careers section for employment opportunities!

Kidworks USA is seeking a Front Desk receptionist, Literacy teacher, and Afterschool counselor. We are located at 8155 West 28th Avenue in Hialeah. Come be part of the Kidworks USA family where every day is a magical learning adventure.

Full-time VPK teacher. Minimum DCF 45 hours, FCCPC and or CDA National and Bilingual a must. Creative Curriculum knowledge preferred. Health benefits, vacation, sick days and holidays paid.

Family Central is hiring the following positions:

This is a part-time position (24 hours/ week) responsible for completing benefits enrollment applications and follow-up with referred clients in Miami-Dade County. Provide benefits enrollment services for participants in their homes, virtually, at community meetings, and special events.

Family Central is looking to hire a Benefits Enrollment Assistant Coordinator to assist families with children living in Miami-Dade County navigate the complicated benefit landscape. This is a great opportunity for somebody looking to work flexible hours, who has excellent organizational and case management skills, and experience or knowledge and understanding of the Federal Benefits Program.

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.

Family Central Inc. is looking for a part-time Bilingual (English/Spanish) Program Assistant in Miami-Dade. This position is responsible for providing general administrative and office-based support for the HIPPY team and program.

Family Central is seeking HIPPY Home Visitors to provide one-on-one curriculum instruction with parents in their homes. In this position, you will teach parents how to become their child's first teacher. We are looking for a bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) candidate who can work with our diverse population in Miami-Dade.

Little Cruisers, a NAEYC accredited 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 is the right opportunity for you!

Little Cruisers, a NAEYC accredited child care center located at the Port of Miami is looking for a full-time Bilingual Administrative Assistant to join our team! This position provides general administrative and clerical support to the Little Cruisers Child Care Center, program, staff and parents.

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. Candidate must have a Master's Degree in Social Work or related field; excellent organizational and case management skills, and be familiar with services offered to families in Miami Dade and Monroe counties.

The Review Specialist (RS) prepares for and facilitates review hearings conducted by the Citizen Review Panel (CRP) program, collects data during the review, and produces the CRP’s findings & recommendations report. The RS also supports the management of volunteers, attends court hearings & relevant child welfare meetings/events. Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field & three years of ‘front-line’ experience in child welfare.

Master's level mental health services professionals to be assigned to schools to directly support students with social, emotional and mental health needs on a referral basis. Mental health applicants must have a master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, mental health counseling, or related field. Licensure is not required. Miami-Dade County Public Schools background verification process is required.

The FSU Young Parents Project seeks a master's degree social worker or counselor (LCSW preferred) to be part of a home visiting team that provides trauma-informed, dyadic intervention to court-involved young parents and their children in Miami-Dade County. Flexible schedule, reliable transportation and Level 2 background check required. Apply below for Job ID 82997.

The Children’s Trust seeks the services of an independent contractor to provide community engagement support, primarily to the youth voice of The Children’s Trust, Youth Advisory Committee. This independent contractor will help to execute purchase, hiring and financial logistics for the YAC service-learning initiatives for the 2021-2022 academic year.

To be considered, proposals for these services must include, but should not be limited to, the following elements:

Please forward all proposals and supplemental materials to Danielle Barreras, Community Engagement Manager, at danielle@thechildrenstrust.org no later than Monday, August 23, 2021, at noon EDT.

The Children’s Trust seeks representative services primarily to the Haitian-American community in Miami-Dade County. The successful vendor will help The Trust expand and enhance the overall capacity of its public policy and community engagement department.

To be considered, proposals for these services must include, but should not be limited to, the following elements:

Please forward all proposals and supplemental materials to Natalia Zea, Director of Public Policy and Community Engagement, at natalia@thechildrenstrust.org no later than Friday, August 13, 2021, at noon EDT.

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