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  • "Polishing the Silver Covenant Chain"

    Jun 12, 2014

    Con’t from last week. Silver Covenant Chain The Silver Covenant Chain is a unique Haudenosaunee-European political tool that changed the face of North America. Beyond the seemingly perpetual conflict of Native American-white relations was an idea of peace between the colonist and the Haudenosaunee that was manifested for over two centuries in the Silver Covenant Chain of Peace. The Covenant Chain was more than a symbolic reference to the making of peaceful relations. It was also the actual confederation of Native nations and their allies, t...

  • Mohawk Lesson

    Jun 12, 2014

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  • St. Regis Rec. Dance Club Welcomes You to the Jungle

    Samantha McMillon Wilkinson|Jun 12, 2014

    On Thursday June 5th, the St. Regis Rec Dance Club held their "Welcome to the Jungle" 2014 spring dance recital at the Snye School. It was jungle themed with plenty of leopard print, zebra stripes and cheetah patterns, and the dancers have been practicing for weeks. The Dance Club is divided into three groups; Little: ages 3-4, Middle: ages 5-7 and Big: ages 8-10. Each group danced to a couple of songs at the recital and there were also a few guest performers. The Little Group danced to the...

  • If You are Under 30 – Read This…

    Kaniethonkie|Jun 12, 2014

    I ran into my niece at the post office, she was driving her small, used and rusting car. She was so excited about being accepted at a local university and looking forward to starting classes in the fall. She said she was getting everything in place to commute and that meant looking for a more reliable vehicle. Unfortunately what was setting her back temporarily was her credit score. Like many young people her age, their credit score isn’t high enough to take them to the next level – a new vehicle, a college loan, home improvement on a fix...

  • Safety Tips for Families Visiting Amusement Parks This Summer

    Jun 12, 2014

    State Labor Department inspectors offer guidelines for parents and park goers visiting amusement parks this summer. These inspectors enforce amusement park safety measures statewide and provided these basic guidelines for parents and park goers to follow in order to avoid injury. Park goers are urged to observe the following ride safety guidelines: Parents with children: Don’t assume a ride is safe for children if you hold on to them. Parents should never ride go-carts or bumper cars with children on their laps. Observe age, height and w...

  • Police Blotter

    Jun 12, 2014

    Burglary – St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police charged Tristen A. Thompson, 17, of Hogansburg with second-degree burglary, a felony. He was arraigned in Bombay Town Court and sent to Franklin County Jail, Malone in lieu of $5,000 bail or $10,000 bond. Arrest Warrant - Tribal Police arrested Christopher Belile, 25, of Hogansburg on an active warrant out of Franklin County. He was arraigned in Bombay Town Court and sent to Franklin County Jail, Malone in lieu of $20,000 bail or $40,000 bond. He was to have reappeared on June 3. Arrest Warrant - T...

  • Blast from the Past

    Jun 12, 2014

    Can you identify anyone? Event and date unknown. Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the same building as CKON. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....

  • RECRUITMENT FOR IRONWORKER APPRENTICES

    Jun 12, 2014

    TERRITORY OF AKWESASNE – The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform community members that the Ironworkers Local 721 in Toronto, Ontario is recruiting for ironworker apprentices. On Friday, June 13, 2014, an assessment test will be held in Toronto for interested applicants. The test, which will cost the applicant $50, will start at precisely 8:00a.m and will last approximately two hours. Any individual looking to apply for the Ironworker Apprenticeship must fulfill the following requirements: · Must have a Social Insurance Number (S...

  • News from our Neighbors

    Jun 12, 2014

    Governor Cuomo Announces Statewide Initiative to Combat Heroin Use Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced a statewide initiative to combat the rise of heroin use. The multi-faceted approach includes the addition of 100 experienced investigators to the State Police Community Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), nearly doubling the number of troopers currently serving in the unit in order to more aggressively combat heroin trafficking. Additionally, the State will launch an unprecedented effort to make supplies of naloxone, a leading overdose...

  • Human Resources Director

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Administration Salary: $57,740.80 – 97,052.80 11-3121 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 11, 2014 Description of Position: Responsible for the overall operation and leadership of, and the efficient and effective operations of the Human Resources Department of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. The Director of Human Resources assumes responsibility for developing, monitoring and ensuring that the department is operating within the guidelines of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe policies and procedures, internal control standar...

  • Solid Waste Program Manager

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Environment, Solid Waste Management Program Salary: $42,910.40-92,372.80 11-9199 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 11, 2014 Description of Position: Direct and implement the goals and mission of Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Solid Waste Management program in compliance with the Tribe’s Solid Waste Management Code and applicable environmental statutes. Responsible for supervisory and administrative work relating to the Tribal solid waste management program and transfer station operations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s deg...

  • Addiction Counselor

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Partridge House Salary: Dependent upon Education Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 27, 2014 Description of Position: New York State credentialed alcohol/substance abuse counselor (CASAC) or counselor in training (CASAC-T) who will be part of a multidisciplinary treatment team. Responsible for providing individual and group counseling, educational lectures, assessment and case management, crisis intervention; facilitating experimental activities, engaging family /significant others and assuring a safe...

  • Animal Control Assistant

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Compliance, Animal Control Salary: $20,966.40-31,137.60 33-9011 Status: Part-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 27, 2014 Description of Position: Actively support and uphold the Tribe and Animal Control Department’s mission and values. Perform a variety of duties involved in the enforcement of Tribal Ordinances and regulations relating to animal control and impounding; responsible for the care and control of animal shelter. Qualifications: Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. Subject to Fleet Policy. Obtain complete job de...

  • Habilitation Aide

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Family Support Salary: $20,966.40 – 28,204.80 39-9021 Status: Full-time & Per Diem, Non-exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 27, 2014 Description of Position: Assist adults and children with developmental disabilities complete activities of daily living at the person’s home or in a daytime non-residential facility. Duties performed at a place of residence may include teaching and assisting consumers with housekeeping skills (making beds, laundry, dishwashing), meal planning and preparation. Supervise activities at Day Program facilities or...

  • Transportation Coordinator

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Early Childhood Development Program Salary: $31,137.60 – 59,176.00 53-1031 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 27, 2014 Description of Position: Serves as a bus driver for the program; also responsible to ensure the safe and efficient transport of Head Start children daily from home to the center for program activities, and on field trips and activities, complies with local and out-of-town traffic regulations and reports delays and accidents. Also responsible for the overall operation of the Head Start tr...

  • Head Start Teacher Aide

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Early Childhood Development Program Salary: $20,966.40-37,003.20 25-9041 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 27, 2014 Description of Position: Under the general direction of the ECDP Education Supervisor, the Head Start Teacher-Aide is responsible for providing children with a safe, comfortable environment enriched with a variety of hands on, age appropriate activities that meet best practice standards and enhance each child’s level of development. Qualifications: A high School Diploma with a minimum of one year ex...

  • Substitute

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: Early Childhood Development Program Salary: $20,966.40-37,003.20 25-9041 Status: Per Diem, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 27, 2014 Description of Position: Under the general direction of the ECDP Education Supervisor, the Substitute is responsible for providing children with a safe, comfortable environment enriched with a variety of hands on, age appropriate activities that meet best practice standards and enhance each child’s level of development. Qualifications: High School Diploma with a minimum of 1 year experience wo...

  • Youth Worker

    Jun 12, 2014

    Division: DSS, Intensive Preventive Program Salary: $20,966.40 - 39,852.80 21-1093 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 20, 2014 Description of Position: Under the direct supervision of Case Supervisor, the Youth Worker is responsible for initiating, organizing, planning, developing and implementing direct advocacy services for assigned young people. Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. Some experience working with youth. Subject to Fleet and Background Check Policies. Obtain complete job descriptions online at...

  • Ionkwanonhsasetsi - Adolescent Treatment Centre CALL OUT FOR CASUAL CASE AIDES

    Jun 12, 2014

    The Ionkwanonhsasetsi / Adolescent Treatment Centre located on Kawehno:ke is currently looking for Casual Case Aides. Under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator and Case Supervisors, the incumbent will be responsible for providing supervision to clients on one of three shifts and is responsible for client monitoring within the programs’ plan. Ability to work in crisis situations with adolescents; Knowledge of basic adolescent service concepts; Basic knowledge and skills in addressing adolescent dysfunctional behaviours, addressing c...

  • CARPENTER/CARETAKER THOMPSON ISLAND YOUTH CAMP

    Jun 12, 2014

    Annual Salary: Pay Level GST 08 - $41,205.35 - $42,853.56 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Thompson Island Youth Camp Coordinator(s), with indirect supervision by the Program Manager for Environment, the incumbent is responsible for performing and assisting in the general duties pertaining to janitorial, custodial cleaning and the daily operation, maintenance and upkeep of assigned assets and facilities maintained by the Department of Tehotiiennawa:kon, Environment Program in conjunction with the youth camp standards under the...

  • FOOD AND DOMESTIC SERVICES AIDE

    Jun 12, 2014

    Salary Level: GST 11 $36,260.92 - $37,711.35 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the planning and preparation of all meals and snacks based on established healthy eating guidelines, the supervision of kitchen operations and education and training of clients to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. QUALIFICATIONS: Post secondary graduate of Culinary, Food Services, Nutritional Program or equivalent; with a minimum of one (1) year work experience. OR High School diploma or equivalent; with m...

  • PARALEGAL

    Jun 12, 2014

    Salary Level: SP-07 $46,471.73 - $48,330.60 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general supervision of the Director. The incumbent is to be a team player in a one year project “Initiatives to Combat Poverty and Social Exclusion.” The position is responsible to develop a Legal Aid Clinic to assist community members with benefits in Quebec. The incumbent must be able to communicate in the French language and speak to Quebec agencies affecting the benefits of Akwesasronon. QUALIFICATIONS: Post Secondary education in the field of Law and Sec...

  • Tota News

    Jun 12, 2014

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays June 14th Laura Cree, Basil Tarbell & Diane Garrow June 15th Toni Herne & Verda Tarbell June 18th Elizabeth Tarbell, James White & Lynn LaFrance June 19th Susan Hayne Events: June 12th – Matter of Balance-10:00; Haircuts-10:00; Shopping-1:00;Legal Aid-1:30; ACDP Awareness-6:00 June 16th – Bingo; June 17th – Chair Yoga-10:00; Shopping-1:00; Oneida Seniors Visit; June 18th – Oneida Seniors Visit IAKHIHSOHTHA LODGE Home for the Elderly 613-575-2507 Thursday Community Bingo!...

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Jun 12, 2014

    Mass Intentions •Friday, June 13th - 12:10 Offered for Ronnie Boots 2nd Memorial Birthday Requested by the family •Saturday, June 14th - 4:00pm Offered for Joseph Johnson 1st Anniversary Requested by the family •Sunday, June 15th - 10:00am The Most Holy Trinity - Father’s Day Offered for Jake and Elizabeth Gray Requested by the grandchildren •Tuesday, June 17th - 6:00pm Offered for Leslie Paul Cree Requested by the family •Wednesday, June 18th -10:00am At Iakhihsohtha Offered for Albert Lazore Requested by Charlotte Francis •Thursday,...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    Jun 12, 2014

    PO Box 101- Akwesasne, QC H0M 1A0 Or PO Box 1043-Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact-George Adams-613-575-2871...

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