A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Reprinted from ‘Legends of the Iroquois’ by Tehanetorens (Ray Fadden) Continued from last week...
The Konon:kwe Council was created to “reconstruct the power of our origins through collaborative approaches to the care, empowerment, and transformation of a traumatized indigenous community.” Beverly Cook, Jessica Danforth, and Katsi Cook were concerned about the severity, frequency and the hidden nature of violence in Akwesasne, and with this in mind they created the Konon:kwe Council. It was formed by proactive women who saw a need to help women and men who have been traumatized by violence, and they made the collective decision to do som...
August 6, 2013 - Worldwide, 2012 was among the 10 warmest years on record according to the 2012 State of the Climate report released online by the American Meteorological Society (AMS). The peer-reviewed report, with scientists from NOAA’s National Climatic Data Center in Asheville, N.C., serving as lead editors, was compiled by 384 scientists from 52 countries. It provides a detailed update on global climate indicators, notable weather events, and other data collected by environmental m...
The New York State Department of Health (DOH) announced last week that consumers should not use or purchase Healthy Life Chemistry By Purity First B-50, Multi-Minerals, or Vitamin C marketed as dietary supplements, due to the possible presence of potentially harmful anabolic steroids. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and DOH have received reports of 29 adverse incidents associated with the use of Healthy Life Chemistry By Purity First B-50. Some of these patients were reported to have also taken Healthy Life Chemistry By Purity First...
Photos from Tom Vacca of Rouses Point, NY. His father, Nicklas Vacca was the principal of the Mohawk School in Hogansburg many years ago. The photos are from around 1938. 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....
August 14-18,2013 At the Oneida Longhouse Presenters: Tom Porter-Mohawk Nation Leroy Hill-Cayuga Nation Bob Brown-Oneida Nation Richard Mitchell-Mohawk Nation Ken Maracle-Cayuga Nation Jamie Jacobs-Seneca Nation Elder Advisor: Pete Sky-Onondaga Nation A Pre-Meeting will be held on: August 13, 2013 401 Directions: Take exit 164 for Union Rd/County Rd 20 Westbound: Turn Right Eastbound: Turn Left Take 1st right onto Third Line/County Rd 18 Turn left onto Magdala Rd/County Rd 20 Continue to 1035 River Rd Oneida Longhouse 402 Directions: Take exit...
Division: IHS, Prevention Programs Salary: $20,966.40 – 39,853.80 21-1093 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 30, 2013 Description of Position: Reporting to the Prevention Coordinator, the incumbent must be able to organize and supervise prevention activities for youth in the community. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and CPS Credential preferred or a minimum of two years’ experience in the field of alcoholism/chemical dependency prevention, or an associate’s degree in a related field. Must be at least 21 years of age,...
Division: IHS, Nutrition/Women, Infant and Child Program (WIC) Salary: $21,486.40 – 38,875.20 29-2051 Status: Part-time (32 hrs/wk), Non-exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 30, 2013 Description of Position: Under the direct supervision of the Registered Dietitian, the employee will work with Tribal programs to provide nutrition education, wellness workshops, cooking demonstrations, menu analysis, and perform as WIC clerk for the NYS WIC Program. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 college credits in nutrition or Health C...
Division: IHS, Outreach Salary: $10.08 31-1011 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 23, 2013 Description of Position: To provide personal care, housekeeping, ROM (Range of Motion) exercises, assist with medications, and most importantly provide companionship to the elderly and medically ill patients. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy. Candidate must...
Division: Akwesasne Employment Resource Center Salary: $20,9966.40 - 36,108.80 43-6014 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 23, 2013 Description of Position: The AERC is a unique venture between the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and the Akwesasne Area Management Board. This venture is to provide assistance to individuals, from both sides of the border, who are seeking employment. This position is supervised daily by the Akwesasne Employment Resource Center (AERC) staff; however, ultimately reports to the Saint Regis Mohawk...
Division: Social Services Salary: $30,368.00 – 54,953.60 21-1022 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 30, 2013 Description of Position: The Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 was put into place to ensure “the best interests of Indian children and to promote the stability and security of Indian Tribes and families by the establishment of minimal Federal standards for the removal of Indian Children from their families and the placement of such children in foster or adoptive homes which will reflect the unique values of Indian cult...
Position Title: Tutor (2) Program: Education Reports to: School Principal Location: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, Tsi Snaihne School Salary: $18/per hour; 20 hours per week Term: September 3, 2013 to June 24, 2014 FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the School Principal, the tutor will provide academic tutoring to student/s identified; will supervise students in a variety of school related settings. The tutor will establish high standards for pupil behaviour and academic growth; be able to work as part of a team in a challenging...
Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at *Snye Homemakers *unless a funeral service is held on those dates For information contact Krystal A. Phillips Secretary – Akwesasne Death Benefit 585.766.1042...
Position Title: After School Mentor (4) Program: After School Program Reports to: AMBE/School Administration Location: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, Kanatakon, Tsi Snaihne School Salary: $15.00 per hour; 20 hours per week; Term: September 3, 2013 to June 24, 2014 Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are: Grade 12 diploma or GED equivalency, experience in working with school aged children. Must be willing to participate in various training. If interested, please submit a resume and copies of your high school diploma or GED by 2:00 pm. Monday,...
Closes on August 16th, 2013 Please submit all cover letters and resumes to the attention of: Jessica Cree-Jock, Executive Director TITLE: Program Assistant (3 Positions available) STATUS: Part-Time Temporary SALARY: $10.00/HR START DATE: August 28th, 2013 The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking energetic and creative individuals to work in a fast paced after school program. Commuting post-secondary students are encouraged to apply. The Program Assistant will work in cooperation with other team members in the implementation of interactive...
SALARY: 10.67 per hour Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing assistance to the bus driver in keeping the students safe while in transit and when getting on and off the bus. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent life experience; Must be friendly and courteous, and have the ability to establish a good relationship with children, bus driver, and School personnel; Must have good communication skills both verbal and written, must be able to communicate with th...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • BUS DRIVER/LABORER (12 month schedule, 8 hours per day) Application deadline is August 21, 2013. Submit application, letter of interest and current resume with references to: Natascha Jock, School Business Executive Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Term: Full-time or Part-time as prescribed in the employee contract. Salary: To Be Negotiated Reports to: CKON General Manager Position Description: Under the direction and supervision of the CKON General Manager the Sales Representative will: 1. Identify and solicit potential advertising clients. 2. Provide clients with a presentation on the benefits of CKON radio advertising. 3. Determine with the Traffic Director and the Program Director the schedule of a client’s commercial, sponsorship, etc. 4. Prepare a CKON Sales Contract with the c...
Closes on August 16th, 2013 Please submit all cover letters and resumes to the attention of: Jessica Cree-Jock, Executive Director TITLE: Construction laborers (4 Positions available) STATUS: Full-Time Temporary SALARY: $15.00/HR-laborers $20.00/HR-Foreman The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking 1 foreman and 3 laborers to put a commercial grade playground together. Summary Responsible for the construction of the playground. Unloads and loads materials, erects concrete forms and ramps, mix and pour materials such as concrete, and assists in...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following anticipated position: •PRE K TEACHER (Birth-6 certification preferred) Application deadline is August 24, 2013. Submit application, letter of interest and current resume with references to: Angela Robert, Director of Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1, Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • MOHAWK LANGUAGE TEACHER Application deadline is August 21, 2013. Submit application, letter of interest and current resume with references to: Angela Robert, Director of Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays Aug. 15th James Mainville Aug. 16 Julius White, Richard Francis, Michael George, Mary McLellan Aug. 17: Peter Sunday, Margaret Jacobs, Herbert Seeber Aug. 18: Bertha Oakes, Dorothy Shatlaw, Louis Oakes Aug. 19: Norma Brock Aug. 20: Anna Mae Besaw, Ronald Cook, Coco DiAgostino Aug. 21: Veronica Adams, Dorothy Costello, Bernice Lazore, Monica White, Barbara Lizette, Shirley Mainville, George Wheesk Activities: Aug. 16th BBQ Senior Potluck, 10:00-Bingo or Ace to King...
Fri. Aug. 16th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. Aug. 17th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Mon. Aug. 19th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:30 Tues. Aug. 20th Dr. Forson-by appt. 9:00-11:15 Wed. Aug. 21st Lab 8:30-10:00 Thurs. Aug. 22nd No Doctor...
Fri. Aug. 16th Dr. Udoeyop 10:00-3:00-by appt. Sat. Aug. 17th Joelle Regnier, NPWalk- In 8:00-12:00 Mon. Aug. 19th Dr. Tremblay-Walk-In 8:00-11:00 Joelle Regnier, NP-by appt. 1:00-4:00 Tues. Aug. 20th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Wed. Aug. 21st Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Joelle Regnier, NP 1:00-4:00-by appt. 5:00-8:00-Walk-In Thurs. Aug. 22nd No Clinic...
