December 31, 2024

Parenting Metric Grids Training for Parenting Provider in January

Mark your calendars for the Parenting Metrics Grids training! Our team has been working diligently to re-develop our Parenting Metrics and we are excited to share the new updates with you! In this training you will learn the importance of the metrics we collect, what they mean and how you can use them to improve your program.

The Training takes place January 10, 10-11:30 a.m.

Register by clicking link below: 

Reading Roadmap: Navigating Dyslexia and Literacy Challenges with Reading Explorers & The Lucy Project

Ready to transform your reading instruction? Join us for a day of hands-on learning designed to equip educators with cutting-edge literacy tools and strategies. Dive deep into the Science of Reading and walk away with proven, evidence-based techniques to boost reading success for all students -- including those with dyslexia. The training takes place January 17, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at West Flagler Park Baptist Church, 5911 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33144. Register on Trust Academy today! For more information email below:

Reading Roadmap: 30-Hour Comprehensive Training with 12-week Apprenticeship

Join a transformative professional development experience that equips you with powerful, evidence-based strategies to tackle dyslexia and literacy challenges head-on. This immersive journey combines comprehensive instruction with real-world application, guiding you every step of the way as you enhance your teaching skills and create a classroom where all students can thrive in reading and beyond. The training takes place February 1, 8, 15, and 22 (Saturdays from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)

This training is virtual and only available to educators in Miami-Dade County. For more information call 305.348.2512 or email below:

Advocacy Network on Disabilities Trainings

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 to be sure you are up to date on enrollment eligibility, reasonable accommodations, policies and procedures, and more. Training takes place Tuesday, January 21, 10 a.m. - noon on Zoom.

Register below:

ABCs of Managing Behavior in Children with Disabilities

Do you have questions about behaviors of children with disabilities in your after-school program? This interactive training will help you understand challenging behaviors, why the behaviors many occur and provide classroom strategies to help you manage the behaviors. Includes an overview of ADHD and ODD as well as helpful charts for tracking behavior and rewarding positive behaviors.

Tuesday, January 28, 10 a.m-12 p.m. On Zoom

Register below:

Diversity Informed Reflective Practice Group for Supervisors 

This Diversity-Informed Reflective Consultation Group is designed for supervisors of staff working directly with young children (ages 0-6) and their families. It offers a supportive space to explore your work through the lenses of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Centered on cultural humility and social justice, the group fosters self-reflection, open dialogue, and empathy while addressing systemic challenges. Participants commit to the full 12-hour experience to maximize growth and resilience. Priority is given to Trust-Funded providers on a first-come, first-served basis. Series starts Jan 14.

Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders 

Join this executive roundtable designed for communications professionals and nonprofit CEOs juggling multiple roles. Gain practical insights into strategic communications planning, refine your approach to engaging diverse stakeholders, and exchange ideas with peers. Through impactful exercises and discussions, you’ll explore ways to tackle challenges, align with priorities, and position your nonprofit as a bold, confident leader. The session takes place on January 16, from 9-10:30 a.m.

Unlocking Potential: Ending the Silence 

Unlocking Potential: Ending the Silence is a revolutionary mental health intervention and education program crafted exclusively for dedicated staff serving youth and families. Grounded in evidence-based practices, this transformative program is your key to sharpening awareness and understanding of mental health warning signs. Session takes place on January 23.

New Fostering Growth Mindset Training for Youth Development Providers 

Did you know that when children have a growth mindset, they are more likely to do well in school and can more effectively handle setbacks and challenges? Do you know if YOU have a growth mindset?

Fostering a growth mindset enhances the supportive environment your program staff seeks to create. In Project RISE's new Fostering Growth Mindset training, you will learn about growth mindset characteristics and benefits as well as strategies that will help foster a growth mindset culture within your youth development community.

The Training will take place February 5, from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.

If you are interested in this training for your youth development program, please email Project RISE at projectrise@nova.edu.

UM Team COACH Trainings

Attention parenting providers! Do you have skills you want to learn, questions you want answered, or communities you want to build? Well then check out UM Team Coach training supports that we offer! We are the home for you!

Coaching and Consultation: Parenting providers, we are here directly for your individualized needs! If you are interested in coaching or consultation, please click here to complete our coaching request form.

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:

The Children's Trust is proud of the hundreds of organizations, businesses and entities that make up our Provider Network. To that end, we will be periodically highlighting them in a section of our Weekly Provider Bulletin simply named Provider Spotlight. See the impact of the work of your fellow providers and to submit an organization for consideration, nominate them in the Provider Bulletin form, with the following information: Name, Services Provided, With Trust Since, Website/Contact Information, Communities Served, and Number of Sites.

Learn more about The Trust's providers in our special weekly social media posts entitled Trust Tuesday (#TrustTuesday)

Young Leaders Academy

This week, we are featuring Young Leaders Academy and its Trust-funded after-school program. Young Leaders Academy is proud to offer a unique curriculum for youth ages 5 to 13 within a school climate and culture that embraces ingenuity, leadership, and critical thinking skills. Their extended after-school program immediately starts upon dismissal of the regular instructional school day and extends learning beyond traditional classroom to enhance children's experiences with community guest speaker presentations, folkloric dance performances, project-based learning, physical exercise, etiquette classes, and artistic image renderings. To learn more about Young Leaders Academy's curriculum and the other resources they provide, visit www.ylak8.org.

Free Youth Mental Health First Aid Training In January & February

Project Bridge offers a Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) course to adults interacting with teens or parents of adolescents. The 6.5-hour course aims to raise mental health awareness, focusing on behavioral health, addictions and recognizing early warning signs. A session will be held on Thursday., January 30, and another on Thursday, February 20, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Sunshine Health, 9552 SW 160 St., Miami, FL. Please pick one date. To register, contact Hayly Ojeda at email link below:

State Grants for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Initiative

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) providse support to implement The Facts. Your Future. Prevention Initiative that aligns with the State of Florida’s goals to prevent opioid abuse, utilizing department-provided and branded resources and materials in response to the opioid crisis in the state. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3), not for profit organizations providing youth-focused activities; a licensed prevention provider who is licensed through the department must submit a copy of their department-issued license. Deadline is January 16. Click below for more information:

Safe in the 305 Grants Available; Application Assistance Zoom in Jan.

The Office of Neighborhood Safety (ONS) is proud to present another round of Safe in the 305, 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 accepting applications through January 13. Free application assistance is available via Zoom on January 8. To learn more, click link below:

Karma for Care Foundation Grants for Young Citizen Leaders

The Karma for Cara Foundation (K4C) Microgrant Program was created to help young citizen leaders execute and magnify their initiatives to help repair our world. Eligibility is limited to students 18 years of age and under. Award Ceiling: $1,000. Application deadline is January 1.

Deadline Date: 2025-01-01 

Mockingbird Foundation Music Grants for Children

The Mockingbird Foundation, Inc. Grants program is to support music education for children. Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service code, or which have a sponsoring agency with this status, or which are government entities, such as a public elementary school. Award Ceiling: $10,000. Application deadline is January 15. 

Early Childhood Grants Available from Caplan Foundation

The Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood is offering grants to support research and development projects that appear likely to improve the welfare of young children, from infancy through 7 years, in the United States. Eligibility is limited to organizations with 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Status from the IRS. Application deadline is January 31.

Invite Your Students to Enter All Kids Included Art Competition

The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs All Kids Included (AKI) program is inviting all Miami-Dade students in grades Pre-K-12 to submit original artwork depicting the competition theme and are asked to draw on the competition's selected book for inspiration. The theme for 2025 is inspired by the book, I Will Dance written by Nancy Bo Flood and illustrated by Julianna Swaney. Eligibility is open to all Miami-Dade students in grades Pre-K-12. Award Ceiling: $250 Blick Art Supply Card. Deadline to submit artwork is February 1.

Maternal and Child Health Secondary Data Analysis Research Grants Available

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) (MCH SDAR) Maternal and Child Health Secondary Data Analysis Research grants are available to support research that analyzes existing national data sets or administrative records to answer questions that can improve the health and well-being of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) populations, including children and adolescents with Autism/Developmental Disabilities (DD). Eligibility is limited to nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); and public or non-profit institutions of higher learning (i.e., education) and public or private non-profit agencies engaged in research or in programs relating to maternal and child health and/or services for children with special health care needs. Award Ceiling: $60,000. Applications must be submitted by February 25.

Autism Secondary Data Analysis Research Grants Available

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Autism Secondary Data Analysis Research (Autism SDAR) grants are available to support applied research through analysis of existing databases or administrative records to improve health outcomes, and the quality, efficiency, and accessibility of health care services for children and adolescents with autism and other developmental disabilities (DD) across the lifespan. Eligibility is limited to city, township, county, special district, and state governments; Native American tribal governments and organizations; independent school districts; private, public, and state-controlled institutions of higher education; for-profit organizations; small businesses; and any public or private entity, including research centers or networks. Applications must be submitted by February 25.

Don't Forget to RSVP for Life Time Kids Run Miami Program

The Life Time Kids Run Miami program is entering its 20th year, and the program hopes to welcome students to be a part of the action! The Life Time Kids Run Miami program encourages children and middle school students, ages 6-13, to run 25.2 miles over 15 weeks, culminating at the Life Time Miami Marathon & Half presented by FP Movement (February 2, 2025) with the Final Mile event where all participants will earn their own medal!

Complimentary to Miami-Dade County schools, the Life Time Kids Run Miami program aims to help reduce the health risks and conditions that kids face today by promoting physical education and an active lifestyle through running, and it is their goal to involve as many children as possible from start to finish.

This FREE program is not only a fun and interactive way to get the kids moving, but it is easy to follow and track for participating coaches. By completing the RSVP form link below, you will receive free training resources to your school.

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

Florida Foster Care Review (FFCR) advances the safety, stability and success of youth and young adults involved in Miami-Dade’s dependency system by connecting them to essential services, healthy relationships and forever families. FFCR seeks caring volunteers to review and monitor cases one full weekday per month during Citizen Review Panel (CRP) hearings held virtually. Visit link below for more information and requirements.

Available Position at Federation of Families *

The Federation of Families is looking for a Peer Specialist who will monitor and support families with open DCF cases. The position requires the following:

• Conduct home visits to families, within Miami-Dade County.
• Document all contact within 24 hours of the provision of services.
• Attend staffings on Zoom to provide case updates.
• Share experiences, skills, programs, resources and services used by Peer Specialists to assist families in becoming resourceful and to improve the wellbeing of the family.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma is required.
• Willing to work some weekends and evenings.
• Must speak English and Spanish.Must have reliable transportation.

Thos interested should email resume to link below and to request the full job description:

Success Coach Needed at Casa Valentina *

Casa Valentina seeks an energetic, creative, and passionate Success Coach to join its team. This role involves delivering life skills education to youth ages 13-24 throughout Miami-Dade County. The ideal candidate will be firmly committed to empowering young people, fostering personal growth, and promoting independence through education in areas such as financial literacy, career readiness, and daily living skills.

For inquiries or to apply, please contact Alexis Adams at aadams@casavalentina.org and join them in empowering youth to build brighter futures!

Available Job Opportunities at Family Central *

Family Central has several job opportunties available, including:

• Family Consultant
• Nurturing Coach
• Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant
• And more

Family Central offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits plan. For more info and to apply go to link below:

Available Positions at Catholic Charities *

Case Manager (St. Luke’s Center)

This non-exempt position will coordinate case management services focusing on medical services and follow up for individuals served; and provides educational groups related to independent living skills at a substance-use residential facility.

Team Leader (Children’s Village)

This exempt position is responsible for supervising Youth Care Workers, ensuring the safety and well-being of minors in care through constant supervision, facility checks, and documentation. The role includes managing staff, conducting intake and discharge processes, monitoring behavior, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, while also participating in interdisciplinary meetings and handling emergency situations as needed.

Lead Case Manager (Children’s Village)

This exempt position oversees and trains the Case Management team, ensuring that case management and reunification services are delivered accurately and in a timely manner, in compliance with regulatory and agency guidelines. The role includes monitoring progress, conducting quality assurance audits, reviewing documentation, and coordinating services with other departments.

Counselor (St. Luke’s Center)

The Counselor works in collaboration with interdisciplinary team at substance abuse treatment program for residential and outpatient consumers. Incumbent is responsible for the provision of all clinical services to consumers in residential and outpatient services.

Program Coordinator (Children’s Village)

This exempt position manages and oversees the planning, implementation, and day-to-day operations, ensuring they run smoothly and meet organizational goals of a 24/7 residential program, including shelter services and support for individuals served.

Case Manager (Services for the Elderly)

This non-exempt position provides case management to the elderly, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver services in accordance with agency policies.

Accountant I (Central Office)

This is an administrative position under the guidance of the Director of Finance. Responsible for billing, accounts payable vouchers, accounts receivables and program budgets for an assigned Division within Catholic Charities.

Program Coordinator (Matthew 25 Food Pantry)

This is a non-exempt position that will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of the food pantry. This position works collaboratively with other positions at the program using a holistic and multidisciplinary approach for the provision of services while maintaining a respectful and supportive working environment.

Housing Coordinator (Wenski Groves)

This exempt position is responsible for the day-to-day programmatic and financial operations at Wenski Groves. The incumbent in this position is responsible for finding and placing qualified tenants, ensuring that units are ready for occupancy, collecting monthly rents, and ensuring the property is in good working order.

Program Director (St. Bede’s)

This exempt position is responsible for finding and placing qualified tenants at St. Bede’s Workforce Housing, ensuring that units are ready for to occupancy, collect monthly rents and ensuring the property is in good working order. In addition, incumbent is responsible for providing direct Case Management services according to the Housing Stability Process

Social Worker (URMP)

This is an exempt position that is responsible for but not limited to case management, administrative, outreach and to meet the needs of the unaccompanied refugee minors. The Incumbent in this position demonstrates sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

Education Coordinator (Holy Redeemer)

This is an exempt position that supervises and evaluates teaching staff, ensures compliance with curriculum standards and program objectives, and oversees the implementation of developmentally appropriate practices in preschool programs according to the National Association of Education of Young Children (NAEYC). They also manage staff professional development, conduct classroom observations, track assessments and performance data, and ensure compliance with reporting and safety regulations, while supporting program improvement and coordinating resources for staff and parents.

Case Manager/Secretary (Holy Redeemer)

This is a non-exempt position that is responsible for coordinating services as it relates to family social services, early childhood health, mental health and disability services for children in accordance with Head Start & DCF requirements. Additionally, this position works in collaboration with parents, other staff and regulatory bodies.

Teacher/Teacher Aid

This is an exempt position that is responsible for conducting developmentally appropriate instruction and activities for children according to the Head Start Performance Standards (HS), Council on Accreditation (COA), National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) guidelines and to ensure compliance with all Performance Standards, Department of Children and Families (DCF) licensing requirements and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Program requirements under the Florida Department of Education, federal, state and local laws requirements.

To learn more and apply visit their website below or send resume to hrm@ccadm.org.

Available Job Opportunities at Overtown Youth Center

The Overtown Youth Center (OYC) Miami OYC Miami has some exciting full time and part-time employment opportunities available to work with youth and families. Please visit their website below to view job descriptions and apply: 

Available Positions at Miami-Dade County Public Schools ESE Department

Hourly Clerical Position

Part-time position in downtown office to provide varied secretarial, accounting and organizational work. Provide services for administrators and schools that is necessary for the operation of organization. Employee should be organized, self-directed, display independent initiative and judgment as it relates to job assignments. Qualifications: High school diploma. Email below for more information:

Interventionist Position 

Provide and facilitate individualized or small group instruction to for various academic subjects, utilize various strategies and tutoring techniques to address the academic needs of the student, monitor student progress, review class assignments or instruction to ensure student mastery and comprehension, prepare lessons for sessions as it relates to the student's needs and goals; implement intervention strategies, collaborate with teachers, school support staff to improve academic performance. Interventionist support required 5 hours per day for school located in Miami Beach. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Email below for more information.:

Available Opportunities at Jewish Community Services of South Florida

Jewish Community Services is hiring for several positions:

• Licensed clinicians
• Rapid Response Network Coordinator
• Bus Driver
• And many more

For further details and to apply please follow the link below:

Available Position at Advocacy Network on Disabilities

Natural Helper

The Natural Helper is responsible for providing assistance to the Families CAN! project by assuming responsibility for obtaining and maintaining programmatic and financial records related to Advocacy Network’s In-Home Supports and Emergency Financial Assistance Programs. This position utilizes their experience as a parent with a child with a disability to support families and assist in their success towards achieving their goals. The Natural Helper/Family Support Specialist supports success coaches working directly with families and assisting in all aspects of referral processes and maintaining family engagement in the care coordination process.  

Training and Experience Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent; proficient in Microsoft Office – especially Word, Excel, and Outlook; and a minimum of two years’ experience working in an office setting – preferably in a non-profit. Individual must be very detail oriented, good with numbers, and be able to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) essential. Salary Range $40,000 to $42,000. AND offers 100% employer-paid medical benefits, 12 paid holidays, and generous PTO. Mail resume to email below:

Family Support Coordinator

Are you looking for a great place to work and make a difference? The Family Support Coordinator is responsible for the provision of advocacy, support and linkage services to individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families and care givers as well as professionals and others seeking assistance. Utilizes strength-based strategies to build families’ protective factors.

Training and Experience Requirements: Bachelors in social work or 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-Creole preferred. Salary Range: $50,000 - $52,000. AND offers 100% employer-paid medical benefits, 12 paid holidays, and generous PTO. Mail resume to email below: