Issue Date: October 7, 2026
Now published biweekly.

Provider Bulletin

From The Trust

* New or updated

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 us to be sure you are up to date on enrollment eligibility, reasonable accommodations, policies and procedures, and more.

Friday, October 23, from 10-11:30 on Zoom.

Register at link below:

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 supports that we offer! We are the home for you!

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. The next CoP will be held on Wednesday, November 4, from 11 a.m.- noon.

Recruitment, Outreach & Creating Support Networks: Held on the first Thursday of each month. The next CoP will be held on Thursday, November 5, from 10- 11 a.m.

Finding Stress Management Strategies that Work For You (Live Training): Join us for the next live training on Wednesday, November 18th, from 11 a.m.–noon.

And don't forget the remaining training in October:

Group Facilitation (Live Training): Join them for the next live training on Wednesday, October 28, from 10- 11 a.m.

Help us celebrate the individuals making a difference in the lives of children and families. Nominations for the 2027 Champions for Children Awards are now open for the David Lawrence Jr. Award, Excellence in Direct Service Award and Excellence in Youth Leadership Award. Nominations close on October 13, so make sure to get the word out this week and submit any nominations as soon as possible. Visit the Champions for Children page for award criteria and details on how to submit a nomination.

As The Children’s Trust approaches its 25th anniversary next year, we have been reflecting on the collective impact achieved alongside our providers, partners, and community over nearly a quarter century. Every day, The Children’s Trust transforms local property tax dollars into lasting impact through Trust-funded programs that help children learn, grow, stay healthy, and build brighter futures. While much of this work happens quietly in neighborhoods, schools, child care centers, health clinics, and community organizations, its impact is felt throughout Miami-Dade County.

As conversations about the future of local funding continue ahead of the November 3 election and the vote on Amendment 3, we have received multiple questions from providers and other community stakeholders about how the measure could affect The Trust's property tax revenue, investments, and services. As The Children’s Trust remains committed to providing clear, factual information about our work and the public investments that make it possible, we have developed a two-page overview about our work, the community outcomes made possible through our shared investments, and the amendment's estimated financial implications. We invite you to explore this resource to better understand how investments made possible by local property tax dollars support and leave a lasting impact on children and families throughout Miami-Dade County.

When we invest in our community, everyone wins.

Download the Our Impact Overview linked below or visit TheChildrensTrust.org/OurImpact to learn more.

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Join Leadership Academy, a 9-month program that includes 360-degree assessment, live interactive sessions, peer groups, and individual coaching! The Academy is a professional development program for supervisory-level leaders to move to the next level of personal and professional growth. Applications are open through November 16, 2026. More information below. 

To protect the integrity of The Children's Trust brand, all proposed uses of The Children's Trust logo must be reviewed and approved through the Communications Compliance form (linked below) before publication, distribution, or production. This applies to printed materials, digital assets, promotional items, websites, social media content, presentations, and any other public-facing communications.

Please note that the Trust logo may not be incorporated into organizational or agency templates, including letterhead, email signatures, PowerPoint templates, flyers, or other branded materials. The logo may only be used when referencing, promoting, or recognizing programs, services, or initiatives that are directly funded by The Children's Trust, and only after receiving the appropriate approval.

From Other Agencies

Kristi House invites you to register now for free upcoming trainings, all free of charge. Please share these offerings with any interested parties. All trainings are virtual unless otherwise noted:

• Domestic Violence Series (One Love); noon-2 p.m., October 13, 20, 27
• Internet Safety GAI: Generative Artificial Intelligence; 11 a.m.– 1 p.m., October 8
• Core Curriculum on Childhood Trauma; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., October 15 (In person at Kristi House) $25
• Seguridad en Línea e Inteligencia Artificial Generativa (NetSmartz): 6-7 p.m., October 22 (Español)
• Children and Traumatic Stress; 10 a.m.-noon, October 28

Register below:

Join The Lucy Project and WLRN for a free movie screening of The Reading Reboot, a new documentary by bestselling author James Patterson. The film follows teachers, parents, and students, including children with dyslexia, as they embrace Science of Reading instruction and help struggling readers become confident ones.

Date and Time: Monday, November 16, 6-8:30 p.m.

Location: Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Argon Ave, Coral Gables

Newest course in our Innovations in Violence Prevention & Treatment series:

Gaslighting is an increasingly ubiquitous but often vaguely defined and understood concept. It refers to a unique form of psychological abuse that targets an individual’s ability to trust their own perceptions and judgment.

This presentation aims to provide a clear and specific definition of gaslighting in the context of intimate partner violence (IPV), share findings from interviews with IPV survivors about their experiences of gaslighting tactics and healing, and introduce the Gaslighting in Relationships Scale (GRS) for assessing the presence of gaslighting in relationships.

Learning Objectives:

• Define and describe gaslighting in the context of IPV.
• Understand contextual factors that may exacerbate or mitigate gaslighting.
• Explore ways to identify and assess gaslighting in relationships.

FREE general registration

2 CE Credits available with $35 donation

2 CE for Psychologists through APA.

2 CE for School Psychologists through NASP.

*Florida License Only

2 Credit Hours provided for LCSW, LMHC & LMFT in the State of Florida only

Register below: 

Florida Foster Care Review (FFCR) empowers children and youth impacted by foster care through innovative programs that bridge critical gaps, build lasting relationships, and expand access to community resources. Step into a critical volunteer role and take action to protect, support and empower children and young adults in Miami’s foster care system. 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.

Back-to-school season is an important time to make sure children are healthy and ready to learn. Along with shopping for supplies and settling into new routines, families can support a strong start to the school year by scheduling preventive care visits. Florida KidCare offers affordable health and dental coverage for children from birth through age 18. Many plans include preventive care services at little to no cost for eligible families.  

With NO application fee and year-round open enrollment, the time to apply is always NOW. A family’s information is never shared outside of Florida KidCare. Apply at link below or give them a call at 1-888-540-KIDS (5437).

Career Opportunities

Catalyst Miami is hiring individuals looking to be part of a team of community-centered service providers striving to build a Miami where all people can afford to live well, for generations to come. Check out the positions below:

• The Economic Justice Program Manager will provide direct services and manage a team of direct service providers, supporting a portfolio of healthcare access and financial capabilities initiatives such as our DCF ACCESS benefits enrollment and uninsured health care access advising, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, financial coaching, and other programmatic efforts.
• The Economic Justice Program Coordinator will join Catalyst Miami's Prosperity Campaign and provides bilingual, culturally responsive financial coaching, financial capability education, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), savings and asset-building services, evaluation for small business technical assistance and entrepreneurship support, and other economic justice services to Miami-Dade County residents.

For more information, or to apply, click below:

Citrus Health Network seeks a full-time, community-based Early Childhood Development Specialist in Miami-Dade County. The position will perform developmental surveillance, administer screeners (ASQ-3, ASQ:SE-2), consult with teachers and families, conduct classroom observations, and provide care coordination and community referrals for children birth to five. Requires a Bachelor’s in Psychology, Social Work, Child Development, or Education, 3+ years of experience with young children/families, local resource knowledge, valid FL driver’s license, travel, and Level II Clearance. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. EEO Employer / Drug-Free Workplace.

Send cover letter and resume to Melissa Lorenzo, Program Coordinator.

Florida Foster Care Review is launching Friends of the Children’s nationally recognized, evidence-based program in South Dade. The Friends of the Children model identifies children between 4-6 years old who are facing the greatest challenges, and pairs each child with a full-time, salaried professional mentor - called a Friend - for 12+ years, no matter what.

Program Director *

FFCR is seeking an experienced, thoughtful, and highly engaged Friends of the Children Program Director to lead the implementation, quality, and growth of this new program. The Program Director will lead a team of professional mentors, ensure that the program is implemented with fidelity to the Friends of the Children model, and support strong partnerships with families, schools and community organizations. For more information, click here.

Professional Mentors *

FFCR is seeking Professional Mentors (Friends) who work alongside youth, caregivers, families, schools, and community partners to help children develop the relationships, skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to thrive.

Friends primarily engage one-to-one with each of the 8 youth on their roster for 4 hours per week to build a caring, trusting and sustained relationship. Friends partner with youth and caregivers to develop an individualized Road Map for each youth and intentionally develop and participate in activities and opportunities that build 9 core assets that support school success, social-emotional development, health and well-being, and a sense of community and belonging. 

For more information, email link below:

Are you passionate about empowering youth, strengthening families, and making a meaningful impact in the community? Overtown Youth Center (OYC Miami) is currently hiring for several full-time and part-time positions throughout Miami-Dade County.

Current opportunities:

·  College and Workforce Readiness Success Coach (11th–12th Grade)

·  Middle School Program Coordinator

·  Elementary Program Coordinator

·  Enrichment Specialist

·  Community Health Navigator (Part-Time)

If you're looking for an opportunity to make a difference while growing your career, OYC encourages you to apply or share these openings with qualified candidates in your network. Click for more information or to apply below:

Jewish Community Services of South Florida is currently seeking to fill the following positions:

•    Bus Driver

•    Family Case Manager

•    Program Support Specialist

•    Older Adult Case Manager

•    Helpline Care and Outreach Coordinator

•    Helpline Counselor

For a complete list of job postings and to apply directly on website, please follow the link below:

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Deadline is 5 p.m. every other Thursday for distribution the following Wednesday. The next submission deadline is October 15, with a publishing date of October 21. Please be sure to include the who, what, when, where, and why of your announcement.

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