January 18, 2023

Out Now! Special Edition The Children's Trust 20th Anniversary Publication *

In partnership with The Children’s Trust, Miami’s Community Newspapers has released a Special Edition publication entitled The Children’s Trust: 20 Years Nurturing Greatness. This publication reflects upon two decades of The Children’s Trust’s service and commitment. On these pages, you will read about how The Trust came into being and its community impact. It also features stories of a few incredible young people who have thrived thanks to The Trust’s funded programs and partners and how the past and present will set the stage for an even brighter future.

Find a copy at an establishment near you or read it online at the link below:

Grant Opportunities for Parenting, Family Strengthening Providers to be Released Feb. 14 *

Funding will soon be available for a new 5-year funding cycle. Do you provide high-quality group, individual, or home visiting parenting programming? The Children’s Trust will be looking for applicants for a new 5-year funding cycle that will start in October.

The Parenting and Family Strengthening request for proposals (RFP) is scheduled to be released February 14. For more information click below:

Online and In-Person UM Team COACH Training Courses

Support for All Providers:

New Online Courses

• Identifying Your Strengths and Boosting Your Wellbeing
• Defining Your Problems and Enhancing Your Perspective-Taking Skills
• Your Guided Path to Generating, Evaluating, Implementing and Troubleshooting Solutions

Support for Parenting Providers

Live Trainings

• Finding Stress Management Strategies that Work for You: Jan./Feb. Session TBD

Communities of Practice

• Practical Strategies and Equipment for Hybrid Delivery of Services, Jan. 25, 11 a.m.-noon
• Parent and Provider Stressors & Barriers: This CP is held on first Wednesday of each month from 10-11 a.m. (excluding Jan. and March)
• Recruitment, Outreach & Creating Support Networks: This CoP is held on the first Thursday of each month, from 11 a.m.-noon (excluding Jan. and March)

Coaching and Consultation

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

Live Virtual Training from Advocacy Network on Disabilities *

Tuesday, January 31st, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Navigating Community Resources 0-5 years

Unsure what’s available or where to find help for children birth to five years 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.

Interested in scheduling a Live In-Person training at your site?

Contact your Inclusion Specialist or send an email to training@advocacynetwork.org.

To register visit https://collabornation.net/login.

or go to https://trustcentral.org and click on the Trust Academy link.

Structure and Clear Limits Virtual Training from Project RISE

Structure and Clear Limits

January 23, from 1-3 p.m.

Ever wonder why some children participate in engaging activities while others put their head down on the table? In this virtual training, youth development program staff will learn to recognize and respond to youth needs by creating routines and establishing effective guidelines and consequences that will result in positive youth engagement. 

FREE Cyberinfrastructure Security for Public Sector Course Offered at FIU *

Florida International University is offering a "Cyberinfrastructure Security for Public Sector" Micro-Credential course this Spring 2023 semester, from January 19 to February 28. Learners will receive the micro-credential (also called "badge") from FIU after completing the course requirements (managed by the FIU Office of Micro-Credentials).

This micro-credential provides foundational knowledge and skills in cyberinfrastructure elements, cybersecurity vulnerabilities and ransomware threats. Learners will be able to discern the different forms of cyberinfrastructure, related vulnerabilities, and how to be prepared and mitigate threats in local government and nonprofit organizations. The micro-credential is designed for students and professionals in public policy, administration, affairs, local governments, and nonprofit organizations.

To enroll, a learner should be a public administration student (at FIU or another university in South Florida) or an employee in the public or nonprofit sector in South Florida.

Should you be interested in earning the badge, please register below:

Youth Career Institute's Mentoring Hour for Your High School Participants *

Attention providers with high school students! Youth Career Institute invites them to an hour of mentoring with Guest Speaker: Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee, District 9, Miami Dade County. Earn three (3) service hours. Space is limited. Register at Zoom link below:

FREE 'What Do Doulas Do' Course for Expecting Mothers and Providers

The MOMCHA (Making Optimal Maternal and Child Health Accessible) Program, funded by the Florida Department of Health, seeks to improve maternal health outcomes for underserved women of color in South Florida through increasing awareness and usage of Doula services. Sign up for our free curriculum, “What Do Doulas Do”, by visiting the website below:

Catalyst Miami Recruiting for CLEAR and LIGHT Leadership Trainings

CLEAR Miami

CLEAR (Community Leadership on the Environment, Advocacy, and Resilience) is a free 10-week program that provides participants with the groundwork to become climate justice educators, leaders, and innovators in their own communities and beyond. Participants will develop a deep and intersectional understanding of climate science, local climate change threats, and solutions. The programs will be held virtually through Zoom and stipends will be given to participants who complete and graduate from the programs. 

Dates:

Tuesdays, Feb 21- Apr 25

CLEAR Fall Application!

 *The deadline to apply is Feb 14.

LIGHT MIAMI

LIGHT (Leaders in Grassroots Health Transformation) will be a free 9-week leadership training course around health justice advocacy, the United States healthcare system and its alternatives, as well as public speaking and self-advocacy skills. The programs will be held virtually through Zoom and stipends will be given to participants who complete and graduate from the programs. 

Dates:

Thursdays from March 2 - Apr 27

LIGHT Fall Application!

 *The deadline to apply is Feb 23.

Free Webinars from Kristi House Education

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

• Children and Traumatic Stress: April 20
• Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children 101: Jan. 19, April 18, June 13
• What Every Adult Needs to Know About Child Sexual Abuse: March 23, June 1
• Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior: Feb. 23, May 18
• Stewards of Children: Feb. 21, May 23
• The 10 Signs-Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships: May 25
• Escalation-Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships: Feb. 14 (in person)
• How Mass Violence Impacts Youth: March 21, June 15

Click below for more info and registration:

Schedule a Free Mental Health Presentation for Families

Teach parents/caregivers about mental wellness with a FREE program "Ending the Silence" (ETS) presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness Miami-Dade County. ETS is a 60-minute or longer virtual/in-person presentation that increases knowledge about warning signs of mental health issues, diminishes stigma, encourages families to seek help, and provides local and national resources. It is presented in English and Spanish.

Spotlight Miami Grants Due January 31

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 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.

Available Positions at The Children's Trust

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.  

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami Job Fair on Thursday *

Come join Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami for its January job fair, Monday, January 23, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. The fair takes place at Notre Dame Child Development Center, 130 NE 62 Street, Miami, FL 33138. Dress to impress and bring your resume. For more information email below:

Citizen Review Panel Program (CRP) Review Specialist

Florida Foster Care Review is looking for a Review Specialist (RS) who is responsible for the preparation and facilitation of Citizen Review Panel Program (CRP) review hearings for children & young adults in foster care. The RS collects child-specific info and produces the CRP’s final report. The RS supports volunteers and participates in their training & evaluation, and may participate in court hearings & child welfare meetings/events. Must have Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field & at least 3 years of relevant experience. Job posting available below:

Available Positions from Girl Power Rocks

Fidelity and Quality Assurance Manager

Girl Power Rocks is hiring a full-time Fidelity and Quality Assurance Manager. Follow the link to read more about the position and to apply:

Bookkeeper

Girl Power Rocks is hiring a full-time Bookkeeper. Follow the link to read more about the position and to apply:

Part-Time Program Instructors

Girl Power Rocks is hiring part-time Program Instructors. Follow the link to read more about the positions and to apply:

NAMI Looking for “Ending the Silence” Paid Presenter Position

If you or your loved one have lived with a mental health issue and you would like to share your story with middle, high school, and college students, please contact Estephania at Estephania@NAMIMiami.org or call 786.775.1661. Ending the Silence is an engaging presentation that teaches the warning signs of mental health conditions and what steps to take if you or your loved one are showing symptoms of a mental health condition.

Available Positions at Center for Family & Child Enrichment

The Center for Family & Child Enrichment (CFCE) is looking for the following positions: licensed clinical social worker, front office, medical assistant and more. Why join CFCE? It has a great benefits package, including a zero (0) cost out-of-pocket medical plan, 13 paid holidays and a competitive paid time off package, as well as the chance to make an invaluable impact in your community, grow professionally and quality for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. For a list of all vacancies, please click below:

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 descriptions please click below: