May 3, 2023

New Spark Training Scheduled for May 13 *

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.

May Spark Training

Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023

Location: South Dade YMCA Family Center

Address: 9355 SW 134 St

Miami, FL 33176

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

For more information visit Trust Academy.

UM Team COACH Support for Parenting Provider Programs

Live Trainings

1. Finding Stress Management Strategies that Work for You: May 24, noon- 1 p.m. Click here to sign up or log in to Trust Academy.
2. Building the Road to Family Engagement: Practical Tools for Parenting Programs: May 18, Noon-1 p.m. Click here to sign up or log in to Trust Academy.

Communities of Practice

1. Parent and Provider Stressors & Barriers: This CoP is held on the first Wednesday of each month from 10-11 a.m. Click here to sign up or log in to Trust Academy.
2. Recruitment, Outreach & Creating Support Networks: This CoP is held on the first Thursday of each month from 11 a.m.- noon. Click here to sign up or log in to Trust Academy.

Coaching and Consultation

Are you a Parenting Program provider interested in individualized coaching and/or consultation? Click here to fill out the Coaching Request Form or email them at teamcoach@miami.edu.

Support for All Providers

Online Courses

1. Identifying your Strengths and Boosting your Wellbeing

2. Defining Your Problems and Enhancing Your Perspective-Taking Skills

3. Your Guided Path to Generating, Evaluating, Implementing and Troubleshooting Solutions

4. Developing Your Guided Path to Wellness: Thoughts, Feelings, and Behavior

Watch The Right to Read with Miami-Dade Grade Level Reading Campaign

Miami-Dade Grade Level Reading Campaign partners have gathered to bring the documentary: The Right to Read to you, followed by a Q & A session, as part of the 10 Days of Connection which aims to break down silos and get people connected.  

The movie screening will take place at 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday, May 9, at Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ. To register for the event, click below:

Virtual Social & Emotional Wellness (SEW) Trainings by YWCA *

Supervisors: Promoting Social and Emotional Wellness (SEW) Through Storms and Difficult Seasons May 11

Facilitated by University of Miami’s Team COACH, this virtual training is specifically designed for supervisors and executives within your organization. Within this training, you will learn strategies on how to lead your team through difficult storms while focusing on maintaining the social and emotional wellness of your colleagues.

Leading Up and Out with Social and Emotional Wellness (SEW) May 17

Facilitated by University of Miami’s Team COACH, this virtual training is specifically designed for staff without formally designated leadership or supervisory responsibilities within your organization. Within this training, you will learn strategies on how you can have a positive influence on the social and emotional wellness of colleagues in your workplace.

Leading Your Organization with Social Emotional Wellness (SEW), May 19

Facilitated by University of Miami’s Team COACH, this virtual training is specifically designed for supervisors to learn strategies to promote their own SEW so that they can be fully present and available to promote the social emotional wellness of their colleagues through the promotion of values, healthy workplace policies, culture, communication practices, and structural and environmental changes.

Zoom links for registration will be provided in next week's Provider Bulletin. For more information Juliana Acosta at jxa840@med.miami.edu or Jason Jent at jjent@med.miami.edu.

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:

Free Public Youth Mental Health First Aid Training from Project Bridge *

If you interact with youth and desire to see them healthy & safe, there is a training opportunity for you. The Mental Health First Aid training can help you to assist a young person who may be experiencing a mental health challenge. Project Bridge is offering FREE training in Youth Mental Health First Aid to any adult who connects with teens. This is a 6.5 hour course that aims to increase mental health literacy. For more information contact Keyla Rodriguez below:

Dual Language Learners: What Every Teacher Needs to Know Conference *

The Early Learning Career Center, funded by The Children's Trust, will be offering scholarships to educators currently employed in a DCF licensed facility or family home to attend the Dual Language Learners: What Every Teacher Needs to Know! conference on June 24. This conference will address how teachers can best support and extend dual language learners' language and literacy development in the very diverse community of Miami-Dade. For more information email below:

UM Training/ Supervisors: Promoting SEW Through Difficult Times *

Supervisors: Promoting Social and Emotional Wellness (SEW) Through Storms and Difficult Seasons Facilitated by University of Miami’s Team COACH, this virtual training is specifically designed for supervisors and executives within your organization. Within this training, you will learn strategies on how to lead your team through difficult storms while focusing on maintaining the social and emotional wellness of your colleagues. Whether there is high staff turnover or trauma. For more information or sign-in information email below:

Second Round of Safe in the 305 Grant Program Starting *

The Office of Neighborhood Safety (ONS) is proud to present the second round of the Safe in the 305 grant program, a Miami-Dade County Peace & Prosperity Plan initiative. Safe in the 305 is designed to encourage residents and community stakeholders to promote peace and prosperity, by funding community-driven actions that make their own neighborhoods safer. ONS is currently accepting grant application through May 26. To learn more and/or apply visit www.miamidade.gov/safeinthe305 

Safe in the 305 is designed to encourage residents and community stakeholders to promote peace and prosperity, by funding community-driven actions that make their own neighborhoods safer. 

Applications are being accepted to: 

• Organize efforts to revitalize or beautify neighborhoods 

• Assist justice-involved individuals 

• Support youth development and empowerment, 

• Address mental/emotional wellness, food insecurity, and the digital divide. 

Grant Amounts: $500 to $1,500 

Application Deadline: May 26

To apply, visit link below:

Film Screening of Brain Matters: Putting the First Years First

Join FAIMH's Miami-Dade Chapter for a film screening of Brain Matters: Putting the first years first. This is a time to Educate, Collaborate, and Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month! Invite a friend that would benefit from knowing about Brain Matters, infant and early childhood mental health, and FAIMH’s support of our professionals. This is a hybrid event May 10, from 9 a.m.-noon, in-person Miami or 9:30-11 a.m. virtual. Register below:

Catalyst Miami is Recruiting for Summer 2023 Leadership Programs

Catalyst Miami is currently recruiting for the upcoming Summer 2023 Leadership Programs. With gentrification and high rent prices displacing many South Florida residents from their homes and health disparities greatly affecting the wellbeing of our communities, there's no better time to show up for yourself and your neighbors. Our power as a community is in our awareness and solidarity. Come grow that power at their next virtual LIGHT and HEAL leadership programs! 

Catalyst Miami appreciate welcomes you to apply and to share with your networks and communities. For more information, click below:

Workshops to Help Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Join Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Miami Dade College for in-person workshops to help you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). A completed FAFSA is the key to paying for college! Workshops will provide students the opportunity to:

• Complete the FAFSA application.
• Receive hands-on support from multi-lingual financial aid experts.
• Ask questions and resolve FAFSA application challenges.

Remaining in-person workshops:

May 10, 5-7 p.m. at Homestead Cybrarium, 80 West Mowry Drive, Homestead, FL 33030. RSVP.

May 24, 5-7 p.m. at Hispanic Branch Library, 1398 Southwest 1 Street, Miami, FL 33135. RSVP.

Cutler Bay Community Fund Mini-Grants Available

The Town of Cutler Bay established the Community Fund to improve the Town’s resident’s quality of life of the through various ways and to create partnerships with local nonprofit organizations that help, support, and serve the community. Grant awards: $500 - $2,500 Priority areas: education, environment, culture, social services, and other philanthropic activities Grant Cycle Application Deadline: June 15. Apply below:

Supporting Safer Communities Grant Program

The Office of Neighborhood Safety (ONS) presents the Supporting Safer Communities Grant Program, a component of the Miami-Dade County Community Violence Intervention initiative. The Supporting Safer Communities Grant Program is in partnership with the Carrie Meek Foundation. The Foundation is currently accepting applications/proposals through May 12, 2023. To learn more and/or apply click below:

Pérez CreARTE Grant Program is Open for Applications

Supported by the Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation in partnership with The Miami Foundation, the Pérez CreARTE grant program supports Miami arts organizations working in the areas of arts access, arts education, and artist fellowships and residencies. The program will provide capital and support for exemplary organizations to embrace artistic risk-taking, expand the diversity of creative experiences and audiences, and present work that inspires with its excellence and relevance. Grants will be between $100,000 and $250,000 and are for nonprofits or equivalents working in Miami - not for individual artists. The application period is open through May 26. Apply by clicking below. Learn more at miamifoundation.org/perezopportunities

Free Webinars from Kristi House Education

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

• Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior: May 18
• Stewards of Children: May 23
• The 10 Signs-Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships: May 25
• What Every Adult Needs to Know About Child Sexual Abuse: June 1
• Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children 101: June 13
• How Mass Violence Impacts Youth: June 15

Click below for more info and registration:

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.

Administrative Services Coordinator, Human Resources - ($48,668 Annual)

This Administrative Services Coordinator – Human Resources, is responsible for assisting in a variety of functions related to the administrative services of The Children’s Trust’s operations which include continuous quality improvement, planning, coordination, and management of special projects related to the area of Human Resources.

This position includes, but is not limited to, assisting in the development of procedures, project management, and assigned tasks related to Human Resources matters.

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.

Change the Life of a Child in Foster Care; Sere on Citizen Review Panel *

Florida Foster Care Review, which advances the safety, stability and success of abused and neglected children, youth and young adults by connecting them to essential services, healthy relationships and forever families, seeks caring community members to volunteer one (1) weekday a month for a minimum of one (1) year to serve on its Citizen Review Panel (CRP); volunteers must be at least 25 years old. The CRP conducts reviews over Zoom of active, judge-referred child welfare court cases.

Camp J Miami at Alper JCC Looking for Special Needs Staff *

Come join the fun-loving Camp Staff at the Alper JCC! They are looking for qualified staff who have experience with children with special needs. They have both an inclusion program for high-functioning campers and a specialty program for low-functioning campers. They provide the opportunity for all children to have an amazing camp experience, including sports, art, music, swim, field trips, and more! Apply now below! Feel free to reach out with any questions to agolzbein@alperjcc.org.

Overtown Youth Center is Hiring Full and Part-Time Staff *

The Overtown Youth Center (OYC) Miami is hiring part-time Art Instructors who are self-motivated, enthusiastic, and 100% passionate about the arts! The instructor’s mission is to provide students, grades K-12, with a variety of unique art techniques and expressions that will help them reach their art goals. In this role, you will provide students with opportunities to showcase their pieces during art exhibits, displays, and in competitions as available.

Parent Educator Needed at Advocacy Network on Disabilities *

The Parent Educator provides education and support to parents and children with disabilities in their home, maintaining fidelity to the Nurturing Parent Program model and other Evidence Based Practices selected for service provision. 

Training and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s in social work, psychology or other related field. Minimum of 2 years-experience working with families who have children with disabilities and knowledge of local community strongly preferred. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Bilingual English-Spanish required. Salary Range: $42,000-$45,000. They offer 100% employer-paid medical benefits, 12 paid holidays, and generous PTO. 

Available Opportunities at Breakthrough Miami

DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR: The Development Director will support the advancement functions of the organization, including building, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding a portfolio of donors for annual and multi-year gifts. The Director will focus on growing corporate giving. Responsibilities will include direct fundraising, fundraising activities coordination, stewardship and advancement-related administrative support in order to strengthen our work with donors and partners, thereby advancing mission, programs and impact. 

The successful candidate will be authentically committed to mission, and be a strategic, flexible, and positive thinker responsible for direct fundraising.

ASSISTANT SITE DIRECTOR: The Assistant Site Director (ASD) is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of programs and services that most directly affect Breakthrough Miami Scholars and families. An ASD oversees campus or site logistics, unpaid student volunteers and some stipended positions, such as Teaching Fellows. As an ambassador of the program, the ASD builds supportive relationships with students, parents, schools, the community and other stakeholders to ensure the academic and socio-enrichment success of all Breakthrough Scholars.  

The individual in this role is organized, self-motivated and collaborative, with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

SITE DIRECTOR: The Site Director manages the staff and day-to-day operations of the school-year and summer programs at one of Breakthrough Miami’s six host school sites. This position is responsible for ensuring all program operations are aligned with Breakthrough Miami’s vision, mission and goals; and for continuously improving educational enrichment and operational processes.

The individual in this role is able to operate effectively in diverse environments, achieve outcomes in a flexible, fast-paced environment, lead change and inspire others to action, and communicate consistently and effectively.

SUMMER INSTRUCTIONAL COACHES: Summer Instructional Coaches (ICs) are experienced and successful professional educators who provide content-specific support for BTM Teaching Fellows throughout the summer and engage fully in the BTM community. ICs dictate the level of academic rigor during Breakthrough Miami’s summer program through their interactions with Teaching Fellows. They effectively communicate content specifics to Teaching Fellows, guide Fellows through effective planning and execution, and hold both Fellows and students to the highest standards. ICs are expected to lead department meetings, visit Fellows’ classes at least twice a week, evaluate lesson plans and curriculum overviews, and meet individually with Fellows regarding their ongoing work. Since ICs are the only professional teachers on-site, they are accountable for the quality of instruction students receive, and are responsible for supporting BTM Teaching Fellows through their teaching experiences. This role starts on June 10, 2023, and ends on August 4, 2023.

The individuals in this role must have a State of Florida Teaching Certificate or equivalent; an outstanding track record as a professional classroom teacher; exceptional interpersonal skills; the ability to deliver positive, constructive and honest feedback; and creativity, energy and commitment to excellence.

SUMMER SITE COORDINATORS: Summer Site Coordinators (SSCs) are critical members of the summer administrative team and help ensure the smooth and safe operations of the Summer Institute at their assigned site. SSCs train, coordinate and oversee volunteers; supervise the summer food service program for Scholars and staff; order and keep an inventory of program supplies; coordinate general office administration; manage the Scholar drop-off and pick-up process; and assist with the execution of special events. This position starts on June 10, 2023 and ends on August 4, 2023.

The individuals in this role must have a strong academic record with a minimum of two years of college completion; and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

SUMMER ASSISTANT SITE DIRECTORS: Summer Assistant Site Directors (SASDs) work collaboratively with full-time directors at their assigned site to ensure a successful Summer Institute; and work closely with Scholars and their families, as well as Teaching Fellows to ensure their needs are met. This position starts on June 10, 2023, and ends on August 4, 2023.

The individuals in this role must have a bachelor’s degree; a high degree of flexibility in order to multitask between projects; exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in many different environments with people from diverse backgrounds; comfort and confidence in working with children and adults; and creativity, energy, and a commitment to excellence.

For more detailed information on any of the job 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.

Guitars Over Guns Looking for a Program Director

Guitars Over Guns Organization (GOGO) Miami is seeking its first program director (PD) to lead the day-to-day operations of the Programming Department, directly managing three programs managers (PMs). Each PM manages 12-13 program sites, each site with two to five professional teaching artists, who we refer to as “mentors.” Annually, GOGO operates 37 program sites county-wide and serve about 1,000 youth. Please share this posting with anyone who might be a good fit! Apply below: