December 21, 2022

Trust Office Closed December 26 - January 2

The Children’s Trust family wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday and our best wishes for the New Year! Please note we will be closed from December 26 through January 2, reopening on January 3. The provider bulletin will resume on Wednesday, January 4.

With the closure, we want to ensure providers receive timely payment. For this to happen, your invoice needs to be approved by December 19. Please submit a complete invoice immediately to get payment before we close. Please take the time to review them carefully, so they are without errors. Regular payments will resume the week of January 9, 2023. 

Trust-funded providers, please feel free to continue submitting any outstanding invoices if your offices will be open from December 26 through January 2. However, we will only review or process invoices and payments once our office reopens on January 3.

Reminder: No Gift Policy for Trust Staff

The Children’s Trust abides by a high professional code of conduct when it comes to ethics and follows the County Commission on Ethics and Public Trust Ordinance. Trust staff may not accept any gift (at any time) from vendors, providers or lobbyists. A “gift” includes things like entertainment, tickets to events, food, fruit and or cookie baskets, meals, gratuities, etc. of any value.

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 in person and via Zoom. Visit The Children's Trust Academy for full descriptions, meeting info and registration information. 

Car Passenger Safety; Monday, December 26; 3-5 p.m.

Suicide Prevention; Tuesday, December 27; 9-11 a.m.

Home Safety Training & Education; Thursday, December 29; 10-11:30 a.m.

Home Safety Training & Education; Thursday, December 29; 12-1:30 p.m.

Car Passenger Safety; Friday, December 30; 3-5 p.m.

Upcoming Peer Learning: Reimagining Academic Support - Going Beyond Homework *

Project RISE is offering YD K-5 providers an opportunity to participate in a Peer Learning Group focused on how to reimagine academic support time in their programs. In this first orientation session, YD K-5 providers will share with their peers the challenges and opportunities present both in meeting the youth's needs to complete their homework and in going beyond homework help. This first session will take place via Zoom on Thursday, January 12, from 10-11:30 a.m. Please register for this session in Trust Academy.

Spotlight Miami Grants Due January 31, 2023 *

Spotlight Miami is a women’s giving circle where members contribute $1k or more annually with 100% of annual membership dues gifted to charities through a grant application process. Spotlight grants are for a one-year granting cycle. Previous year’s grantees can apply every three years. Grant awards up to $20k. Application and instructions can be accessed through the link below. Only charities located in Miami-Dade County are eligible to apply.

Amplifying Faith-Based Voices for Choice & Justice *

Join the Women’s Fund virtually via Zoom Webinar on Thursday, January 5, from 9-10 a.m. to learn from faith-based voices in the conversation of Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice. RSVP below:

Be Strong International continues FREE Food Distribution in 2023 *

The Be Strong International team will continue serving underserved communities in 2023! Every month, on the second Thursday of each month, Be Strong International will distribute nutritious food packages for 500 households. The dates are: Feb 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 12 Nov. 9, and Dec. 14! Food Drives will start at 9 a.m. and go to noon, on a first come first served basis, at Demps Park (Former Goulds) 11350 SW 216 St. Miami, FL 33170.

Black Mother's Care Plan Community Workshop by YWCA of South Florida

The FIU Black Mothers Care Plan (BMCP) is pleased to partner with the YWCA of South Florida to host a free community workshop on Black Maternal Health and Wellness on Saturday, Jan. 7, from 1-3 p.m. at the YWCA of South Florida Miami Gardens. This discussion will be led by Jamarah Amani, licensed midwife, Executive Director of Southern Birth Justice Network and Co-Founder of National Black Midwives Alliance. All are welcome to attend including expectant and new parents, community members, and medical providers! Register below:

Grant Opportunity from the Town of Cutler Bay

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

Free Webinars from Kristi House Education

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

• Mental Health Series (Anxiety): Jan. 9, 23, 30

Click below for more info and registration:

Schedule a Free Mental Health Presentation for Families in Your Organization!

NAMI Miami is looking forward to teaching parents/caregivers among your organization about the warning signs of mental health issues and what steps to take if their loved one is struggling. Don’t hesitate to schedule our 90-minute virtual presentation “Ending the Silence” that includes the unique opportunity to listen to personal stories of both a young adult in recovery and a parent – for free!

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. 

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.

Solutions Specialist - ($55,968 Annual)

The Solutions Specialist executes on solutions design in response to business priorities and vetted requirements. This position conducts unit testing and validates use cases to ensure solution aligns with requirements. This position maintains and implements routine solutions under the guidance of senior Technology Design and Solutions team members.  

Available Positions at United Way Miami *

Join the United Way Miami team in the fight for a stronger Miami! The following positions are available: Infant toddler teacher (various sites), financial coach, senior coordinator (Center for Financial Stability). senior development officer, assoc. director initiatives fundraising, sr. mgr. prospect research & portfolio mgmt. (multiple positions) For more career opportunities and detailed job description please click below:

Available Positions in City of Miami Beach Parks and Rec. Dept. *

Recreation Leader *

The Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department seeks part time and summer 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.

Inclusionary Aides *

The Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department seeks part time and summer inclusionary aides to provide one-on-one assistance to children with moderate to severe special needs participating in recreational programs. Work involves the adapting of programs to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of all patrons. Associate's Degree and/or two years working with children/adults with special needs, CPR and First Aid certifications required.

Available Positions at Family Central *

Family Central has openings for School Readiness Parent Educators, Family Consultant, Benefit Enrollment Specialist, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant, Lead Teacher and Assistant Teachers. They have part time and full time opportunities, offer competitive salaries and generous benefits plan. For more information and to apply, please click below.

Together for Children Neighborhood Coalition Coordinator Position

The Together For Children (TFC) Neighborhood Coalition Coordinator is responsible for managing program and coalition logistics and acts as a support to TFC staff and individual neighborhood coalitions, primarily through meeting facilitation and action plan implementation support and guidance. The pay range is $45,000 to $55,000. Visit togetherforchildren.org for more information on the organization. For interested candidates, please send your resume to email below.

Available Jobs at City of Hialeah Education & Community Services Dept.

The following positions are available at the City of Hialeah Education & Community Services Dept.: Master Teacher Inclusion - part-time position provides guidance & leadership to staff that works with children with disability. Position ensures that the student with disability is receiving the appropriate accommodations according to the Individual Educational Plans. Special Programs Instructor- part-time position provides instruction and leadership based on selected academic and literary program components. To view salary and complete job listing visit link below:

Current Openings at Easterseals South Florida

Easterseals South Florida has several openings for teachers, teacher assistants, center assistants, and center director for our Head Start/Early Head Start centers. Our Easterseals Academy, serving children and youth diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental delays is also seeking a supported employment program coordinator/job coach, teachers and teacher assistants. Providing access, equity and inclusive education for all children is our mission.

Teachers Needed at B & G Preschool

Teachers needed for infant toddler and preschool classrooms. Must have fingerprints and 45 hours in DCF complete.

Part-Time Presenter Needed for NAMI

Are you a parent or a caregiver of someone affected by a mental health issue? Don’t miss the opportunity of becoming a presenter for NAMI’s 60-90 minute “Ending The Silence” program in English or Spanish. No public speaking experience is necessary; free training, flexible scheduling, and a $50 reward are available. Help grow the movement to end the mental health stigma!

Available Positions at Breakthrough Miami

Lead Program Officer *

Advancing the organization’s vision, goals and program models, the Lead Program Officer oversees, coaches, and supports Breakthrough Miami’s site directors, who are embedded on multiple sites across Miami. Working collaboratively with program leadership, the Lead Program Officer helps inform and develop program implementation strategies to support site teams in achieving program goals, outcomes, and impact. They serve in a leadership role to build and nurture organizational culture and learning, maximize the strengths of team members, and create systems for continuous improvement. The Lead Program Officer designs and leads onboarding, professional development, workplans, evaluations, and coaching of site staff. Additionally, in collaboration with program leadership, they support the design, oversight and performance of cross-functional teams advancing major areas of work including recruitment, organizational-wide events, and family services. The Lead Program Officer works with site directors to improve program fidelity, operational efficiencies, leadership and management skills, and the quality of program delivery.

The individual in this role is a natural leader who is detail-oriented, self-directed, has excellent interpersonal communication skills and can handle multiple projects within a dynamic work schedule.

Social Media & Content Creator *

The Social Media & Content Creator plans, leads, and executes social media strategies in support of a new training initiative, SkillBuild, powered by Breakthrough Miami, and also supports established Breakthrough Miami platforms. Social media strategies will build brand awareness, affinity, and engagement. The Creator will take a lead in creating and posting content, storytelling, monitoring and responding to comments and interactions, and creating and implementing social media campaigns. This is a unique opportunity to establish a new endeavor in the spirit of the recognized Breakthrough Miami brand. The Creator will be a critical part of advancing social impact across our community. 

For more detailed information on any of the jobs listed for Breakthrough Miami, please visit the Breakthrough Miami Careers page.  

How to apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to the attention of Nicole Gray, Business Manager at careers@breakthroughmiami.org.