November 12, 2025

New 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 Communities of Practice supports that are offered.

Support for Parenting Program Providers

Live Virtual Trainings:

Finding Stress Management Strategies That Work for You

Months of ongoing stress can take a toll on our emotional health. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone! In this training, you’ll learn and practice strategies to calm your body and mind while exploring techniques to reduce stress and build resilience. While especially valuable for front-line providers serving families, this session is open to anyone interested in improving emotional well-being and coping skills. Join us for the next live training on Monday, November 17, from 11a.m.-noon.

Communities of Practice: Join a community where Parenting Providers support one another, share best practices and deepen their knowledge.

• Parent and Provider Stressors & Barriers: Held on the first Wednesday of each month to explore family challenges, share solutions, and practice strategies you can use in your work. Next CoP will be held on Wednesday, December 3 from 11 a.m.-noon
• Recruitment, Outreach & Creating Support Networks: Held the first Thursday of each month to collaborate with fellow parenting providers to build referral networks, share resources, & strengthen community connections. Next CoP will be held on Thursday, December 4, from 10-11a.m.

The Trust Wants Your Feedback on the Semi-Annual Provider Meeting

Newest Courses from Advocacy Network on Disabilities *

The Advocacy Network on Disabilities' newest courses are now available in Trust Academy. Search under the “Including Children with Disabilities” category to find “Words Matter-Language, Culture & Respect in Disability Spaces” and “Las Palabras Importa: Lenguaje, Cultura y Respeto en los Espacios de Discapacidad."

The Lucy Project Offers Helping Your Child Thrive with Dyslexia Workshop

The parents you serve are encouraged to join The Lucy Project for a virtual parent training on Saturday, November 15 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to support your child's reading journey. Dyslexia is more common than many people realize and with the right support, children with dyslexia can thrive. This training will help you better understand what dyslexia is, how to advocate for your child, and practical actions you can take at home and in partnership with your child's school. The training will be facilitated in English.

Free Dyslexia & Literacy Workshops for Parents & Teachers in Miami-Dade

Are you a teacher or parent eager to understand dyslexia, reading disorders, and literacy? The Lucy Project offers free, in-person and virtual workshops across Miami-Dade County year-round to support every child’s reading journey. Parents gain insight into the causes of dyslexia and the proven, science-based strategies that help children thrive. Teachers learn how to identify reading challenges and apply the science of reading and evidence-based instruction that create a lasting impact. Click below and explore the Parents or Educators tab, then scroll down to Reading Roadmap to get started. Sign up your school, center, teachers, and parents today!

Skillbuild Breakthrough Miami Trainings *

Peer Learning Community *

Whether you’ve journeyed Skillbuild Breakthrough Miami's Peer Learning Community since Session 1 or you’re joining for the first time, you are right on time. There is still space to reflect, refine, and reignite your practice with the support of peers who understand the work.

Join them for Session 4 of our five-part Peer Learning Community series — a collaborative space for youth development professionals to sharpen their skills, share real-world strategies, and strengthen their impact.

Dates: Thursdays –, November 13, and 20  

Time: 11 a.m. (via Zoom) 

Register below:

Excellence in Youth Lesson and Project Delivery *

Ready to take your facilitation to the next level? Join up for Excellence in Youth Lesson and Project Delivery, an interactive SkillBuild training designed to help you master the art of delivering lessons, activities, and projects that truly captivate and inspire youth.

Through research-backed strategies and hands-on practice, you’ll gain the tools to prepare, structure, and execute engaging learning experiences that foster both education and inspiration.

Training Details:

Date: Tuesday, November 18

Time: 11 a.m. (via Zoom)

Register below:

YWCA Trainings in November

How To Write a Plan That Helps You Reach, Raise and Serve More

Master strategic communications in this hands-on workshop. Learn to streamline PR efforts, maximize resources, and engage key audiences. Develop a clear plan to strengthen relationships, boost fundraising, and amplify your mission. Through interactive exercises, you'll tackle real-world challenges, exchange insights with peers, and refine your approach to storytelling and outreach. This session takes place November 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Register below:

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. 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)

Shake-A-Leg

This week, we’re excited to highlight Shake-a-Leg Miami, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through adaptive water sports, sailing, and outdoor adventures. Shake-a-Leg Miami provides programs utilizing the marine environment to improve the health, education, and independence of children and adults with physical, developmental, and economic challenges in an inclusive community setting. Through the power of sailing and watersports, it aims to become the premier community for people with disabilities, their families, and members of all ages and abilities to have fun, be inspired, develop friendships, and launch dreams. To learn more about Shake-a-Leg Miami and the programs they have to offer, visit: shakealegmiami.org.

Protect Kids from Abuse: Kristi House Trainings in November

Kristi House invites you to register now for free upcoming trainings, all free of charge. Please share these offerings with any interested parties.

• Project HeadSTRONG: Shame & Guilt; November 18, 25, 10 a.m.–noon
• Human Trafficking 101; November 13, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
• El Bienestar y Yo (Español); November 20, 11 a.m.-noon

Register below:

20-Hour Spanish Training for Early Childhood Educators *

Join the Florida Association of Infant Mental Health (FAIMH) for five Saturdays starting in early November, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m., for a 20-hour training in Spanish. The course, Supporting Infant Mental Health in Early Learning Classrooms, is FREE and open to Thrive by 5–eligible providers. This professional development training helps early learning educators strengthen infant and early childhood mental health knowledge through ten foundational “Infant Mental Health Truths.” Designed for professionals working with children ages 0–6. Register in Elevated below.

Miami Dolphins Foundation Opens Jason Jenkins Legacy Grant

In honor of Jason Jenkins and his family, the Miami Dolphins Foundation has announced a new grant, the Jason Jenkins Legacy Grant, which will annually award a $50,000 grant to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit driving meaningful, long-term change in underserved communities. This funding opportunity is designed to support initiatives that address inequities, respond directly to community-identified needs, and drive sustainable change while aligning to the Foundation's mission for a healthier, more educated, and united South Florida. Eligible applicants must demonstrate a strong track record of service and a clear plan for how the grant will strengthen and scale their impact. Those who applied during our regular Miami Dolphins Foundation grant cycle are eligible to apply for this new grant.

Applications are now being accepted, with a deadline of December 15. To apply click below:

FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

If you interact with youth and care to see them live safe and healthy lives, Hope for Miami has a training for you! Hope for Miami’s Project Bridge offers Youth Mental Health First Aid to any adult who interacts with youth (or parents of adolescents). This course can increase mental health awareness through education on behavioral health and addictions and help you recognize the potential early warning signs. It will be held on Thursday, November 13, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at Sunshine Health, 9552 SW 160th St., Miami, FL 33157. For more information or to register, send an email to link below:

Available Position at The Children's Trust

Communications Administrative Coordinator

The Communications Administrative Coordinator serves as the primary administrative and operational support to the Communications team, ensuring smooth coordination of budget management, procurement processes, sponsorships, and event logistics for the department. This position is critical in maintaining accurate financial records, managing internal invoicing systems, managing vendors agreements, tracking sponsorship payments, and outreach grants, and overseeing the purchasing of goods and services needed for department initiatives. The role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in support of the department’s objectives. Work performed by the Communications Administrative Coordinator includes but is not limited to researching and obtaining bids for services or purchased goods, monitoring agreements and their terms of services, scopes of work and quality of final product, goods or service to ensure high level output. The incumbent has latitude to make informed decisions and recommendations regarding vendor and/or materials selection; and prepares reports for the department and executive management.

Available Opportunities at Easterseals South Florida *

Easterseals South Florida is excited to welcome passionate, caring, and driven individuals to join its amazing, life-changing team! They're actively hiring for a variety of rewarding roles across South Florida, including:

• Center Director
• Teacher
• Teacher Assistant



Whether you're launching your career or bringing valuable experience, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others while growing with a supportive, mission-driven organization. If you’re ready to inspire change, spread hope, and be part of something truly meaningful, they want to hear from you! Apply at link below:

Opening at Advocacy Network on Disabilities *

Arew you looking for a great place to work and work that makes 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-Spanish required. Salary Range: $47,000 - $49,000. We offer 100% employer-paid medical benefits, 12 paid holidays, and generous PTO.

If you are interested, mail resume to email below:

Accountant Needed at the Arc of South Florida

The Arc of South Florida Inc. is a nonprofit private agency serving the community since 1953. Under the direction of the CFO and the senior accountant, the accountant is responsible for managing the accounting records of the company, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and supporting financial operations. This role will focus on general accounting functions and month-end procedures, including closing journal entries. For more information, email below:

Be Strong International is Hiring

Are you interested in changing the world, one community at a time? Do you want a competitive compensation package, lots of paid time off, and a great work culture to share ideas, learn and grow?! Then, Be Strong International is the place you want to be. Join a fast-growing company that ranked in the top 15 in South Florida Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work” in 2023. Work for a company where your voice is heard and your efforts are celebrated (we celebrate everything, including your birthday)! Apply today and work for a great company that is currently celebrating over 30 years of service in South Florida.

They are looking to fill the following positions:

Senior Marketing and Communications Executive - $95K

After-School Program Coordinator - $60k to $75k

Youth Facilitator - $53K to $60K

Parent Facilitator - $53K to $60K

Email below, or call 305.969.7829, ext. 102 for more information.

Chief Financial Officer and Other Employment Opportunities at JCS

Jewish Community Services is hiring for several positions:

- Older Adult Case Manager

- Helpline Counselors

- Office Support Staff

- And many more

Click below for more information and to apply:

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