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Special Notice Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
Due to the continued suspension, cancellations and postponements of most gatherings as a result of federal, state and local guidelines, any and all trainings, deadlines, jobs and events listed in this Provider Bulletin should be specifically verified with the hosting organization or agency.
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The Children's Trust Announces
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Updates for Youth Development Providers *
The Children's Trust acknowledges and understands the uncertainty of the upcoming contract year. Until we have communicated a decision regarding Youth Development programs for the next contract year, we ask providers not to incur any direct service-related expenses. Additionally, any non-budgeted expenses incurred without prior approval by The Children's Trust will not be reimbursed. The only expenses that will be allowed, until a decision has been made, are expenses related to administrative staff and recurring operational items such as rent and utilities. Please ensure that your subcontractors are aware of these guidelines. If you have any questions about this message, please reach out to your assigned program manager. Thank you, additional updates will be provided weekly.
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One More Week to Submit Champions for Children Award Nominations *
The coronavirus pandemic hasn't stopped the great work of our providers and community leaders and it definitely won't stop the 2020 Champions for Children Award Ceremony that honors the best of our community serving the children of Miami-Dade County. Due to pandemic, this year's award ceremony will be held virtually in the fall.
If you know an individual who has gone above and beyond to impact the lives of children, consider nominating them for one on the following:
- The David Lawrence Jr. Champion for Children Award is open for nominations from the community and honors an individual for a lifetime of notable achievement and dedication to children in Miami-Dade County.
- The Excellence in Direct Service Award also is open for nominations from the community and recognizes an employee (not a manager or executive director) of a program or initiative funded by The Children's Trust whose primary duties are to provide direct service to children and families.
Nominations will be accepted until August 7.
Click here for more information, criteria or to submit nominations.
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Liberty and Justice for All Youth Summit on Friday *
The Children's Trust Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) invites providers and their participants to take part in a Liberty and Justice for All Youth Summit on Friday, July 31 at 8 p.m. The event will bring members from a state-wide community of partners to talk about liberty and justice issues that are of paramount importance in society today. Partners include Florida Association of Student Councils, Sandy Hook Promise, One Love, HIP, Healthy Teens, Key Club, FLDOE, Office of Healthy
Schools and others.
Access the Zoom webinar
here, ID 867 6754 5109, password UNITY.
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Last Days to Submit Auditions for
Young Talent Big Dreams
The show must go on! Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, together with presenting sponsor The Children’s Trust, have gone virtual for the 10th anniversary season of Young Talent Big Dreams (YTBD), the most widespread talent competition for youth in the county. The competition continued with kids between the ages of 8-17 submitting preliminary round audition videos that showcase their talents. Prizes remain the same and the semifinals and finals will now be held virtually on August 29-30 and September 13.
The last day to submit auditions is August 3.
Those interested in registering for the new online competition should go to
StayHome.Miami
, The Children’s Trust’s new website with activities, resources and other fun features, for more information.
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FREE
COVID-19 Testing and Vaccinations for Children
The University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic is offering
FREE
COVID-19 testing for children of all ages by appointment. To set up a test, call 305.243.2059. The mobile clinic is also offering free vaccinations by appointment. To set up the vaccinations call 305.243.6407.
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Still Time to Fill Out Census Online
If you haven't received an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census online, or have but have not yet done so, there is still time. Options to fill out the census are available online, by phone or by mail. As providers, you are in a unique position to help direct families on filling out the census and informing them that it's safe, easy and important. Remember, the individuals you serve are often those who will most benefit from an accurate census count.
If you have not received your census invitation by now, you can still go online and fill out the census. Visit
my2020census.gov
.
For more information, materials and resources visit the 2020 Census pages at:
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Inspiring Stories Welcomed! *
Trust-funded programs and initiatives throughout the community have been doing inspiring, life-changing and heroic work to provide for the children and families of Miami-Dade during the coronavirus pandemic. Please continue the good work and make sure to share their stories social media while tagging us. Also, don't forget to email your
stories and latest triumphs here
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Advocacy Network on Disabilities *
Inclusion Peer Support Groups via Zoom
We invite you to continue connecting with us and each other through our Inclusion Peer Support Groups. These are brief trainings, followed by participants sharing experiences and strategies, and supporting one another. Register for one, several or all of these by logging in to Trust Academy through your Trust Central account. Zoom sign in information provided during registration.
Lessons Learned during COVID-19 – Transitioning inclusion for students with disabilities from onsite to virtual learning. What worked? What didn’t? Where do we go next?
• Thursday, July 30, 3:30 p.m. –4:30 p.m. – via Zoom
Key Inclusion Components – Everything you need to know if you are new to Inclusion, and a refresher for everyone else.
• Tuesday, August 4, 10 a.m. –11 a.m. – via Zoom
Structures for School Success – Whether in-person or virtual, develop a toolbox of routines and program structures to help insure a positive experience for all.
• Tuesday, August 11, 10 a.m. –11 a.m. – via Zoom
Inclusion Open House – Meet our Inclusion Specialists. Learn about how we can help you successfully include children with disabilities into you program.
• Tuesday, August 18, 10 a.m. –11 a.m. – via Zoom
Do you or your staff need support including children with disabilities in virtual or on-site activities? Our Inclusion specialists are here to help through observation, providing resources, and coaching. Reach out to your assigned inclusion specialist, or to Jen Urbay; Director, Community Inclusion Initiatives at
jurbay@advocacynetwork.org or 305.308.9941
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Project RISE Coaching Opportunities
Project RISE is here to help your program get ready for the upcoming school year! Whether your program is running virtually or in-person and you need help with reading and literacy instructional support, fitness activity promotion, or behavior management support, Project RISE is offering remote coaching services through available technologies. Please visit
Project RISE
and let us know what you need.
Project RISE Training Opportunities
In addition to the variety of online trainings Project RISE has available through Trust Academy, RISE is looking to host a few virtual trainings in August and September for Trust-funded Youth Development programs. If you would like your staff trained in Differentiated Literacy Instruction, Effective Behavior Management, Cooperative Learning, and more, please email
joshua.lazarus@nova.edu
and let us know. All staff must have active Trust Central accounts to register for Project RISE trainings.
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FREE
Clinical and Administrative Health Care Courses at FIU *
Fall applications are open for 14-week courses where you can get started on an in-demand career pathway in health care (clinical and administrative). This program is free of cost and you earn industry standard certifications. Due to COVID-19, this cohort will be completely online.
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Conflict Management for Kids Through Shakespeare and Chess *
Have you ever wondered how kids can learn to resolve conflicts? Join a FREE Google Classroom course on tools and techniques for solving disagreements. Chess gives many lessons in conflict strategies and Shakespeare is famous for stories of drama. Take lessons from both sources and learn to solve daily conflicts in a productive manner. This course is great for teaching young people how to solve problems of human conflicts.
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Online Nurturing Parenting Training
Learn how to implement the evidence-based Nurturing Parenting Programs to meet the specific parenting needs of families. The Postpartum Healing and Education Center is offering a Zoom course from August 17-19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The cost of the training is $300 per participant. To register or for more information, contact Ana Romero at 954.558.8360 or e-mail her at
aromero@postpartumeducation.com
. The last day to register is July 31.
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Become a Foster Parent
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 and become a foster parent.
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FREE
Mental Health Wellness Online Support Groups
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Miami-Dade Support Groups are available online and by phone through Zoom. Groups are available in English and Spanish for either individuals with mental health conditions or for their loved ones. Bilingual parents/caregivers of youth free support groups have been added on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
For more info, including wellness support group schedules, please visit
namimiami.org
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Family Support Counselor *
Dynamic, committed, professional to provide counseling, parent education, and care coordination to families who have children with disabilities. One position in Dade, 1 in Broward. Bilingual (English and Spanish mandatory, with a master's Degree in a helping profession with minimum of 2 years of field experience. Virtual now, in-person later. Salary range is $45-$48k with 100% employer paid health insurance and other excellent benefits.
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Workforce Development Program *
Opa-locka Community Development Corporation's (OLCDC's) Workforce Development program through The Miami Community Ventures initiative is an innovative approach to connecting low-income individuals to living-wage jobs. It helps match candidates to their ideal job and holds their hands through the entire job-hunting process. The program provides ongoing success coaching to ensure they are successful in the role and delivers wrap-around support services in the areas of transportation, job training, child care, education and social services.
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Senior Director of Residential/Nonresidential Services *
Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services is looking to hire a Senior Director of Residential/Nonresidential Services. The position requires a professional license in Human Services/Social Work and a minimum of three year's experience in family and children’s services and one year supervisory experience. The position will oversee all the residential services as well as the nonresidential programs of the organization.
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Florida Department of Health Looking for Contact Tracers, Nurses and More
The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is currently hiring multiple hourly positions to support the COVID-19 response. Specifically, contact tracers, senior clerk and registered nurses are being sought.
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Full Time Teacher
Lotus House seeks an experienced teacher with prior work history in assisting people with education needs. The Education Coordinator is an integral part of the Lotus Village in service of high special needs women and children experiencing homelessness. The Education Coordinator will provide education services to our children, making sure they complete all assignments and get the help they need. They will also work with adults such as enrolling guests in GED and all services needed.
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Teachers and Teachers Assistants Needed
Little Leaders Academy is looking for teachers and teachers assistants for full and part time positions. Applicants must have DCF 45 hours or CDA preferred.
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