A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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What can we do that doesn’t cost a lot of money, is close to home, and the entire family can enjoy themselves? Well we are almost through the month of July and what have you done this summer? What can your kids write about when they return to school and are asked the evitable question, “What did you do while on summer vacation”? We have about 4 or 5 weekends left before summer is over. Yes, that is all. Lucky for you, you live in one of the most amazing places on this planet. We have the Adirondacks to our east, the St. Lawrence River to our n...
L-R: Paul Wallace, Ruth Cardinal, and Mareike and Peter Behm. Pamela Mitchell-Sickles was giving this group a tour of Akwesasne, and made a stop at Indian Time. Peter and Mareike Behm are newlyweds on their honeymoon. They are from Berlin, Germany. The Behms wanted to see a Native community, and also are visiting Canada for the first time. Paul and Ruth are from the Ottawa area. Thanks for visiting!...
Being the only girl in a house full of boys has its perks. For example, none of them want to go watch a girly movie. If I need a few minutes to myself I announce that who ever is in the room has to help me scrub or clean up. The front door slams so fast you would think I shouted, “bomb”! The brothers love me in their own special ways. Big brother, always being the type of kid to wear his heart on his sleeve, will tell me he loves us or sit with us on the couch. Little brother is not so much the gentle kind. If he randomly decided that today he...
NATIONAL CHIEF SHAWN ATLEO RECEIVES SECOND TERM WITH THE ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS July 18, 2012, Toronto, Ontario - The day started off on an optimistic note for the candidates running for the top position of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN). For the first time in AFN history, eight candidates vied for the position of National Chief, four of them women. Incumbents Shawn Atleo, Pam Palmater, Ellen Gabriel, Bill Erasmus, Joan Jack, Terrance Nelson, Diane Kelly and George Stanley all campaigned to lead the national advocacy organization. Over...
Governor Cuomo Declares State of Emergency for St. Lawrence County After Severe Thunderstorms July 19 - Governor Andrew M. Cuomo declared a state of emergency for St. Lawrence County to allow New York State to better coordinate and respond with local governments to the widespread damage caused by severe thunderstorms in the county and surrounding areas on July 17. A state of emergency enables New York to mobilize state resources to assist local governments more effectively and quickly, and if necessary gives the Governor the authority to...
The Wall-Vietnam Memorial arrives in Akwesasne ‘The Wall – Vietnam Memorial’ arrived in Akwesasne on Thursday, July 19th at the American Legion Post #1479. Many volunteers worked for weeks preparing the grounds. The day started at sunrise with Todd Conners, Bucky Leaf and Gary Burnham starting a sacred fire. The Wall was escorted by the Border Eagles Motorcycle Club from Massena to the Legion where veterans and volunteers erected the panel for display. Photos by Deb Cook...
All Photos Below from the Moving Wall and the Ironworkers Festival by Marsha White...
Front row: Corrine Herne Jock, (ring bearer) Tommy Lazore, (flower girl) Regina Herne Alexander, Delores Herne Top L-R: Robert Swamp, Cecelia Ransom Gadway, Maid of Honor Sarah Lazore, Bride Mary Herne, Groom Jimmy Herne, Mitchell Bigtree, Raymond Mitchell, Pat Chubb Thank you to Regina Herne Alexander for sharing this photo with our readers. 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 t...
When someone — including a teenager - gets treatment for alcohol and substance abuse, it is standard practice to identify some of the reasons why they started using and the benefits they feel they get from these substances. This helps them reduce shame and best identify their triggers and areas to focus on. Among the research, most reasons for using alcohol fall into a few broad categories such as mood or personality enhancement, social reasons, and coping reasons. Reviewing personal motivations for using alcohol is often an “ah-ha” exper...
This photo of Olivia Bell Keenan, daughter of Bobbie (Bell) Keenan and Army Captain Thomas J. Keenan, was taken in Anchorage, Alaska. The family is native to Brasher Falls, NY. They are currently stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Photo by Staff Sgt. Robert Barnett. Photo submitted by Bobbie Bell. Olivia is the great granddaughter of the late Margaret Tarbell Bell of Burke, and the great niece of Mae Tarbell, Hogansburg. Her maternal grandparents are Debbie and Donald Bell (son of...
Division: Finance Salary: Dependent upon qualifications Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 24, 2012 Description of Position: Responsible to the Tribal Council for all matters related to the financial affairs of all Tribal entities and prepares financial analysis of overall operations. The CFO will be responsible for the organization’s financial plans and policies, the accounting practices, the conduct of its’ relationships with banking institutions, investments, audits, financing arrangements, as well as summaries and fore...
Division: Environment Salary: $23,150.40 – 51,022.40 19-4061 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 3, 2012 Description of Position: This position is primarily for the operation, maintenance and calibration of ambient air quality instruments for the protection of the Akwesasne Community. Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED OR 2-yr degree in environmental science or environmental studies; natural science; physical science preferred. Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clea...
Division: Economic Development Salary: $41,870.00 – 59,176.00 19-3051 Status: Term 8/20/12 – 5/12/13, Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 10, 2012 Description of Position: Provide support in the daily operation of the Economic Development office which includes inter-program coordination of recommendations contained in the Comprehensive Community Development Plan (CCDP); identify potential programs and projects for the use of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe regarding business development, including the use of Tribal land and physical faci...
Division: Early Childhood Development Program Salary: $23,732.80 – 38,875.20 25-2011 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 10, 2012 Description of Position: Under the general direction of the Education Supervisor, 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: An Associates in Early Childhood Education or CDA in Infant/Toddler with a mini...
Division: Office for the Aging Salary: $21,486.40 – 34,361.60 29-2051 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 10, 2012 Description of Position: Ensuring that the Nutrition Programs promote, maintain and improve the nutritional well-being of elders served, through the coordination of supportive service activities such as nutrition counseling, nutrition education and socialization. Qualifications: Five (5) years management or a related field with at least two (2) years of experience in food service administration and supervision or fo...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Commission is seeking a Full-time, non-supervisory Surveillance Operator to provide clandestine monitoring of Gaming Patrons and Gaming Employees in the Tribe’s Gaming Enterprises utilizing our state of the art Closed Circuit Television system. If you are interested in the fast paced, ever expanding gaming industry, the Gaming Commission is a great place to work. As a Surveillance Operator, you will be trained on all the games offered at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and Mohawk Bingo Palace so you may m...
A job posting for a Safety Officer at the Saint Lawrence Seaway Dev. Corp. in Massena, NY opened today, July 13, 2012 and will close on July 30, 2012. The USAJOBS (www.USAJOBS.gov link to the posting is: http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/321288800...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 5 $34,736.81 - $42,766.21 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Director of Nursing and the direct supervision of the RN/RPN, the Personal Support Worker will assist residents in all activities of daily living and will assist in providing for the overall well-being of the residents and meeting the goals of the facility. QUALIFICATIONS: Personal Support Worker Certificate with 1-year work experience in caring for the elderly in a Long Term Care setting. Compliance with MCA Public Health policies required...
Hourly Salary: Pay Band 5 $34,736.81 - $42,766.21 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Director of Care, and direct supervision of the RN and RPN the Personal Support Worker is responsible for providing quality and unique care in all aspects of activities of daily living for the overall well being and support of residents. DUTIES: Provide proper personal care and assistance with activities of daily living. Assisting residents at mealtimes, dressing, bathing, exercise, grooming and personal care, answers resident call bells, take...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 8 $47,931.34 - $59,010.51 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Information Systems Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the analysis, development, maintenance and enhancement of all of the personal and corporate software systems and application servers within MCA. Additional responsibilities include ensuring performance, integrity and security of all corporate software systems and application servers within MCA. The Software Developer will be responsible for diagnosing, accessing,...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 4 $31,579.03 - $38,878.46 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Recreation and Leisure Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the preparation and implementation of activities and programs designed to meet the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual needs of the residents. QUALIFICATIONS: Certificate, diploma or degree from an approved program in the areas of recreation/leisure studies, activation, kinesiology, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, social service worker,...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 6 $38,210.49 - $47,042.93 POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Service Monitor will monitor and supervise Community Service Orders referred from Akwesasne Community Justice Program, Akwesasne Mohawk Court, Ontario & Quebec Provincial Court. Provides administrative assistance to the Community Justice Program Personnel; assists the Program Manager in scheduling Diversion hearings. Performs other administrative duties as requested. QUALIFICATIONS: Incumbent must have a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent and/or Post-Secondary...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 6 $38,210.49 - $47,042.93 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for providing support in the delivery of the Court Worker and Community Justice (Diversion) services. Performs other job related duties as required by the immediate supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: Post Secondary Diploma in Law and Security, Criminal Justice, Social Work or related fields; with a minimum of 3 years work related experience. The incumbent must assist with the coordination and promotion of the...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 8 $47,931.34 - $59,010.51 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of and working jointly with the Comptroller and Assistant Comptroller, the incumbent assists with the financial reporting of the organization, financial planning and budget management functions in order to safeguard Council’s assets and financial reporting including the integrity of the financial information while ensuring its conformance to generally accepted accounting principles. The financial analyst will participate in strategic planning an...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Commission is seeking a Full-time, non-supervisory Network Specialist to deliver the Commissions mandated regulatory oversight function of the Gaming Networks located at the Tribe’s Gaming Enterprises. If you are interested in the fast paced, ever expanding gaming industry, the Gaming Commission is a great place to work. As a Network Specialist, you will be monitoring the various Gaming Networks maintained at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and Mohawk Bingo Palace to ensure their security and compliance to o...
