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Career Opportunities

Read to Learn Manager  The Children's Trust seeks a manager to play a vital role in implementing the Strategic Plan for Read to Learn, our literacy initiative. The Read to Learn manager will assist the Children's Trust in its goal of reducing by 50 percent the number of third graders not reading on grade level by 2020. This will be accomplished through coordination of activities to assist community members and parents to develop a keen understanding and appreciation for the importance of school readiness, stimulating summer programs and activities, and regular school attendance for young children. Master's in Educational Leadership or Reading required; Spanish and Creole language abilities preferred. The manager will report directly to the Public Policy director. For more information, visit www.thechildrenstrust.org.     After-School Literacy Instructor    Just Kids Academy, located in SW Miami, is looking for a certified after-school literacy teacher to work 4 hours daily. Candidates must be certified  in the state of Florida and have at least 2 yrs experience in an educational setting. For more information, contact Ana Delgado at (305) 221-0011 or email adelgado@justkidscenters.com.

 

Source: The Children's Trust

Job Opportunities

Computer Clubhouse Program Coordinator

The YWCA has an opening for a program coordinator to be responsible for the overall daily operations and activities of the Computer Clubhouse Program, as well as the direct supervision of part-time activity counselors. The coordinator will also be tasked with the direct implementation of program components that are funded to address the needs of at-risk teens and/or youth. An A.A. degree and prior experience working with youth are a must. Email resume to YWCA-careers@ywca-miami.org or fax to (305)-416-4618.

  

Master Level Counselor 

Miami Bridge Youth & Family Services, Inc. seeks a professional master level counselor to provide family and individual crisis intervention counseling, group counseling and case management services to address issues of at-risk youth. The candidate must be comfortable representing clients in court. Flexible schedule. Master's degree in Mental Health counseling and computer literacy required. Send resumes and queries to MBhumanresources@gmail.com. 

 

Center for Excellence Demonstration School Teacher

The United Way Center for Excellence Demonstration School is looking for a teacher who provides a safe/nurturing environment for children. The teacher is responsible for developing the classroom goals and respond to all parents/visitors in a courteous manner. A minimum of a B.A. degree is required or equivalent experience in early childhood education. Send queries and resumes to jobs@unitedwaymiami.org.    

  

Kitchen Aide - Childcare Center

The YWCA seeks a kitchen aide for its childcare center. The aid will assist in the process of meal preparation and distribution of all meals and snacks for the center, inspect all food deliveries for accuracy, follow strict food handling guidelines and assist with care and development of children enrolled in program. The position requires 45-50 training hours from DCF. Please fax resumes to (305) 416-4618 or email to YWCA-careers@ywca-miami.org.  

  

Childcare Teacher - Court Care Program

The YWCA of Greater Miami-Dade seeks a childcare teacher for its Court Care Program. The teacher will be responsible for planning, supervising and implementing the program in accordance with YWCA policies and procedures; for implementing daily learning activities; maintaining and managing the court care program, its supplies and equipment. The position requires a CDA Certification from DCF. Please email resume to YWCA-careers@ywca-miami.org or fax to (305) 416-4618. 

 

 

Teacher Assistant - Court Care Program
They YWCA of Greater Miami-Dade has a position open for a teacher assistant for its Court Care Program. The teacher assistant will assist the lead teacher in all activities and capacities (please see above). This position requires a minimum of 45-50 certification hours from DCF. Please email resumes to  YWCA-careers@ywca-miami.org or fax to (305) 416-4618.  

 

Congresswoman Wilson Hosts Job Fair, Draws 7,000

Miami, FL – With her continued goal of employing residents, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-17) hosted a job fair in Miami that attracted more than 7,000 people seeking employment and 150 employers including federal and state agencies, Fortune 500 Companies and local businesses.  The day-long job fair was held at the James L. Knight Center in Downtown Miami, and included workshops that focused on job readiness and technical assistance seminars.

Congresswoman Wilson Hosts Congressional Black Caucus “For the People” Jobs Initiative

 

Five-City Jobs Tour – Including Back-to-Back Events in Miami – Will Feature Prominent Members of Congress and Over 100 National and Local Employers

Career Opportunities

Certified Medical Assistant for School HealthConnect Teams

The Institute for Child & Family Health, Inc. seeks a certified medical assistant to join its HealthConnect in Our Schools Teams. Assistant will provide  a full range of medical assistance duties that include, but are not limited to, vision, hearing and health screenings; administers first aid and CPR; works with school staff to provide prevention/intervention strategies; assures compliance with immunizations and other screenings. Pediatric experience preferred; Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Please fax resume to Recruiter at (305) 685-4208. For details, contact ssanders@icfhinc.org.


Director of Helpline Services

The Switchboard of Miami has an opening for a director of Helpline Services to be responsible for day-to-day operational management and coordination of its human services Call Center. The director oversees all Call Center activities and staff; directs the functions of the Call Center Team Leaders and Clinical Supervisor, and other tasks in conjunction with the CEO. Master's degree or 3-5 years of related experience and a minimum of 5 years experience as senior Director with a non-profit multipurpose agency or government entity required. Submit cover letter and resume to Carolyn Broughton, Human Resources Director via email to cbroughton@switchboardmiami.org.


Family Consultant

South Dade Weed and Seed/Project SOS seeks a family consultant to work directly with families by providing intensive in-home case management services.  Families referred by Our Kids of Miami-Dade/Monroe Counties. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in social work or comparable human service field required. Must have reliable transportation, flexible schedule, bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Candidates should fax resume to (305) 242-5351 or email sdws@att.net.

Source: The Children's Trust Bulletin

 

Job Opportunity: Miami-Dade Parks accepting applications for Summer positions 2/21-3/18

 

Miami-Dade Parks ISSUES CALL FOR seasonal JOB APPLICANTS; Accepting Applications Feb. 21-March 18  for Summer POSITIONs

Application Deadline Is March 18, 2011 - For More Information Call the Miami-Dade Parks Summer Job Hotline At 305-755-7898

MIAMI, FL – The Miami-Dade Park & Recreation Department is issuing its annual call for seasonal job applicants to fill the summer staffing needs of its summer programming and activities, traditionally the busiest time of year when families and kids on summer vacation frequent Miami-Dade County’s parks for its summer camps, pools and beaches.  Applications will only be accepted February 21-March 18, 2011, for a variety of summer jobs at Miami-Dade Parks, including pool managers, lifeguards, park service aides, and recreation leaders.   

To apply, applicants must apply via the Miami-Dade County Online Employment Application site at www.miamidade.gov/jobs and must also contact the Miami-Dade Park where you wish to work.  For a list of parks, phone numbers and addresses, please visit our web site at www.miamidade.gov/parks.  Individuals must be at least 17 years old.    For more general information, call Miami-Dade Park and Recreation Summer Job Hotline at 305-755-7898 or visit our web site.

All applicants selected will be required to successfully pass a drug/alcohol screen and criminal background check prior to employment.  The deadline for applying is March 18, 2011. 

Those applying for pool manager or lifeguard positions are required to submit proof of current certification in CPR, first aid, lifeguard and water-safety instruction provided by the Red Cross, YMCA or other nationally recognized aquatic training program.  Training is available for those who apply early.

 

Career Opportunity: After-School Teachers/Tutors wanted in Homestead/Florida City area

New Beginnings International, Inc. seeks after-school teachers/tutors to provide academic support to at-risk youth in the Homestead/Florida City area from 2-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Candidates must have experience working with youth, preferably certified. For more information, call (305) 254-3403 or email ycunningham@newbeginningsinternational.com. To download an application, click here.

If you are a personal trainer, dance teacher, art teacher, Tai Chi instructor, yoga instructor or other recreation programming specialist, check this out

Miami-Dade Parks Seeks Service Providers

The County Parks Department invites yoga, karate or Tai Chi instructors, personal trainers, music, dance or art teachers and other recreation programming specialists to participate in an Invitation-to-Bid (ITB) to provide your program or services at any one of its 263 park locations.

Through the ITB, private providers of these family friendly programs can offer their services to the community on Miami-Dade Park property, a potential windfall for businesses that are financially strained by the high cost and overhead of leasing. For more information, contact Jon Seaman at (305) 755-7974 or email seamaj@miamidade.gov or Herman Ramsey in the County's Procurement Department at hramsey@miamidade.gov.

Career Opportunities

Senior Development Officer
The United Way has an opening for a senior development officer to manage and enhance the development, evaluation and implementation of year-round strategies to increase givers and community plan contributions within all aspects of Alexis de Tocqueville Society giving ($10,000+) annually. The development officer helps develop and build relationships in the community to address the health and human service needs through United Way of Miami-Dade. For details and to apply, visit United Way jobs.


Youth Activity Workers, Clinical Counselors
Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services, Inc. has openings for youth activitty workers, counselors and a clinical counselor, license preferred. Please send resumes to mbhumanresources@gmail.org.


After-School Teachers/Tutors
New Beginnings International, Inc. seeks after-school teachers/tutors to provide academic support to at-risk youth in the Homestead/Florida City area from 2-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Candidates must have experience working with youth, preferably certified. For more information, call (305) 254-3403 or email ycunningham@newbeginningsinternational.com. To download an application, click here.


Fiscal Assistant/Billing Specialist
The Institute for Child & Family Health, Inc. seeks a full-time fiscal assistant/billing specialist to assist the HMO and Billing Department at all clinics in Miami-Dade. Candidates must have two years medical billing experience, acquiring/processing prior authorizations and data entry. Fax resume to (305) 685-4208. ICFH is an EOE and DFWP. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package. For more information, visit Institute for Child & Family Health.


Childcare Teacher Assistants
The YWCA seeks substitute or part-time teacher assistants at downtown area accredited childcare facilities. Assistants help lead teachers in instructing and nurturing the children as well as maintaining the classroom. DCF childcare hours requirements must be met, CDA preferred. Previous experience preferred. Level 2 background screening and drug testing required. Please fax resume to (305) 416-4618 or email to ywca-careers@ywca-miami.org.


Social Worker for Healthy Steps Program
Miami Beach Community Health Center seeks a social worker to be responsible for delivering many services and coordinating the efforts of all members of the Healthy Steps team. Master's degree and/or a Bachelor's degree with advance training or education in child development, family studies, nursing, psychology, or related field preferred; experience and knowledge about early child growth and development, parent-child relationships, child health and family required. Bilingual, English and Creole, preferred. Applicants should submit resume to Social Worker for Healthy Steps.

Looking for a new job? United Way Job and Resource Fair Dec. 13

 

United Way of Miami-Dade is hosting a Job and Resource Fair to help get you on your way to finding that next career opportunity. 

Organizations and resource providers will offer on-site interviews, job interview scheduling, networking, resume building, tips and tools for job interviews, job readiness testing, skills assessment, financial counseling, emergency services, and much more.  

Dress in business attire and bring copies of your resume.  New and used men’s and women’s business suits will be available at no charge on a first-come basis for your next job interview. 

Monday, December 13, 2010
1 - 5 pm
United Way of Miami-Dade 
The Ansin Building
3250 Southwest Third Avenue
Miami, FL 33129

Participating organizations and resource providers:

• Agency for Persons with Disabilities
• Avon
• Blackstone Merchant Services  
• CBT College
• Center for Independent Living
• Costco
• The Department of Children and Families
• Fontainebleau Hotel
• Greater Miami Jewish Federation
• Jackson Health Systems
• JP Morgan Chase
• Prim America
• The Setai Hotel
• South Florida Workforce
• UPS

Parking is limited. You are encouraged to use Metrorail and exit at Vizcaya Station. United Way is located directly two (2) blocks north of the station.

For more information on this event, contact Mahe Olazabal at olazabalm@unitedwaymiami.org or (305) 646-7278.