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  • Mohawk Lesson

    Aug 20, 2015

    Mohawk Lesson...

  • WEDDINGS AND CLANS

    Aug 20, 2015

    A young man of the Bear Clan and a young woman of the Wolf Clan plan to get married. This is proper, and their children will become good candidates to become Faithkeepers, Clan Mothers, or Rotiianehson. A couple cannot marry unless they have the consent of both their mothers. In traditional marriages, you can be forty years old, but you would still need the consent of your mother. A couple desiring to get married must make a request to the Council of Chiefs and together set a date for the wedding. When the Council of Chiefs and the couple agree...

  • How to Become Super-positive!

    Aug 20, 2015

    Submitted by Wholistic Health & Wellness Program If your get-up and go has got-up and gone, then it’s time to start stirring up those positive vibes... It’s a well-known fact that positive- minded people are more likely to achieve their life’s goals. When you’re upbeat, everything looks different: your day is brighter and full of potential. What’s more, opportunities more readily come your way and you’re able to face challenges with a sense of ease. In fact, being in an optimistic frame of mind can help you gain success and greater levels of h...

  • Stinging Nettle

    Aug 20, 2015

    Stinging Nettle is a common weed. It's found in gardens, waste areas, near where animals live, and around moist areas such as creeks. How they look like: Stinging Nettles grow in shady areas. They have a straight, tall stem and heart shaped coarsely toothed leaves. In spring, tiny clusters of greenish flowers form where the leaves and stem meet and the unbranched stalk covered with stinging hairs. How it attacks: This plant has hollow hairs on the underside of its leaves, on its stem and on the...

  • The Lenora David family reunion, 1983.

    Aug 20, 2015

    Niawen to Dawn Bero 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 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....

  • General Counsel

    Aug 20, 2015

    Division: Legal Job Code: 23-1011 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 11, 2015 Description of Position: Under the direction of Tribal Council, responsible for legal advice, representation, assistance and support to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, its government, departments and enterprises. General Counsel represents the Tribe in all aspects of tribal government, including, but not limited to, commercial transactions, contracts, gaming, application of environment and natural resources laws and other federal laws relating...

  • Tribal Gaming Inspectors (2)

    Aug 20, 2015

    Division: Tribal Gaming Commission Job Code: 49-9071 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 4, 2015 Description of Position: Inspect any gaming facility on tribal land in which games are operated pursuant to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Ordinance, the Tribal-State Compact between the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and the State of New York and the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act of 1988. Inspectors shall be employed and directed for the purpose of protecting the Tribe, the gaming public, and the integrity of the Tribe’s ga...

  • Generations Park General Laborer

    Aug 20, 2015

    Division: Administration Job Code: 49-9071 Status: Seasonal, Non-Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 28, 2015 Description of Position: The Generations’ Park (GP) General Laborer is responsible for maintaining the Generations Park complex and its amenities in a safe, clean and orderly condition. The General Laborer will be required to perform physical labor both indoors and outdoors, using a variety of equipment, in all weather conditions. Qualifications: High school diploma, GED or equivalent with experience in grounds keeping, light ma...

  • Diabetes Nurse Case Manager

    Aug 20, 2015

    Division: Health Services, Let’s Get Healthy Job Code: 29-1111 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 28, 2015 Description of Position: Through a case management approach, the Diabetes Nurse Case Manager provides diabetes self-management education for persons with diabetes and their family. This is met in collaboration with SRMHS medical providers by implementing the Indian Health Service standards of care for program participants with diabetes in the risk reduction and/or prevention of cardiovascular disease. Qualifications: Regist...

  • Senior Accountant

    Aug 20, 2015

    Division: Finance Job Code: 13-2011 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Open Until Filled Description of Position: Responsible for the supervision, direction and training of the program accountants/bookkeepers. Also responsible for maintaining, monitoring and ensuring that all programs are operating in compliance with the Federal OMB Guidelines. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting or related field and five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of related e...

  • Ethics Officer

    Aug 20, 2015

    Division: Administration Status: Per Diem, Non-exempt - Appointment for 5 year term Deadline: Open Until Filled Description of Position: Ensure that Elected Officials are accountable to the Tribal membership and to act with honesty, integrity, fairness and impartiality in their conduct. Establish rules and regulations and enforce the procedural aspects of the SRMT Ethics Ordinance; establish Ethics Office by maintaining budget, processing administrative paperwork, maintain files; establish a process for hearings and appeals; process ethics comp...

  • OUTREACH WORKER (FEMALE)

    Aug 20, 2015

    Salary Level: HS 09 - $37,389.83- $38,885.43 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the facilitation, planning, organizing and conducting of Outreach activities, education and support groups. Also responsible for client monitoring within the program. QUALIFICATIONS: University Degree in Social field or a 2 year Social Service Worker diploma or equivalent diploma with three (3) years work experience working with women, men and children in crisis. Experience in mental health and...

  • DIRECTOR OF CARE

    Aug 20, 2015

    Annual Salary: RN02 $67,987.99 - $83,615.27 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Manager and as part of the management team, the Director of Care is responsible for the management and leadership of all aspects of resident care services and promoting and fostering the Resident Centered Model of Care. QUALIFICATIONS: Registered Nurse with a current Certificate of Competence with the Ontario College of Nurses of Ontario AND Post- R.N. education in gerontology OR 3 years relevant work experience in working with persons in long...

  • PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

    Aug 20, 2015

    Salary: HS 08 Step 2 - $38,828.77 - $40,381.92 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the direct supervision of the Home Support Supervisor, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) is responsible for providing quality and unique care in all aspects of activities of daily living. The PSW contributes to the quality of life of individuals who live at home by promoting their independence, dignity, mobility, personal appearance, comfort and safety. Personal Support Worker work’s as a member of the health care/service team. QUALIFICATIONS: MUST have a P...

  • PROBATION OFFICER - QUEBEC

    Aug 20, 2015

    Salary: SP-09 - $20.7055/hour POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Director, the incumbent is to assist with the community supervision of Native offenders and responsible for providing professional probationary case work and enforcement services for adults from Akwesasne as well as Aboriginal offenders residing outside the Territory of Akwesasne. QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-Secondary three year Degree in the field of Criminal Justice, Law and Security Administration or Social Work or similar field; All interested applicants must s...

  • Garage Sale and Silent Auction

    Aug 20, 2015

    Benefit for PICEI Open this Sunday, August 23rd from 10am-4pm Location: 600 Smith Road, Brasher Falls, NY Collectables and Antiques going fast! 866-660-5116...

  • CASE MANAGER

    Aug 20, 2015

    Salary Level: HS 09 - $37,389.83- $38,885.43 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Case Management Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for assisting clients with applying for financial assistance, advising them of other services and programs available and of their rights and responsibilities under the guidelines of the Community Support Program. QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year Associates degree or two (2) year diploma in Behavioural Science, Sociology or Business Administration; Minimum two (2) years’ work experience in Welfare S...

  • DIABETES NURSE EDUCATOR – FOOT CARE SPECIALIST

    Aug 20, 2015

    Annual Salary: RN 0145 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Registered Nurse-Diabetes Nurse Educator (DNE) will maximize the use of interdisciplinary resources to facilitate chronic disease management for Community members with diabetes. The Registered Nurse (DNE) will provide Community members living with diabetes, or at risk of developing diabetes, and their families, with the knowledge and skills needed to self-manage. The Registered Nurse (DNE) will lead the development and implementation of a nursing- based foot care program to include, but...

  • HEALTH PROGRAMS CLERK

    Aug 20, 2015

    Annual Salary: CL 10 step 2-3; $35,174.11 - $36,581.07 SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: Under the direction of the Program Manager, the incumbent provides administrative clerical support to the Community Health Nurses Program. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Two years Post-Secondary community college in related field, combined with a minimum of three (3) years administrative experience in a related field. Perform secretarial duties; type letters, reports, receives and forward telephone or counter inquires to the appropriate person, makes appointments for...

  • FEMALE COUNSELOR AIDE

    Aug 20, 2015

    Salary Level: HS 12 - $33,076.24 - $34,399.29 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the security and safety of clients through the provision of program services. Responsible to provide supervision on shift and is responsible to client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year Social Worker or equivalent diploma; Three (3) years experience working with women and children in crisis; Education/experience in mental health and addictions, certification...

  • St. regiS miSSioN NewS

    Aug 20, 2015

    Saturday, August 22/15 - 4:00 pm - Anticipated Mass. Mass Intention for Karen Terrance - Memorial Mass. Requested by Gilbert Terrance. Sunday, August 23/15 - 10:00 am - Holy Mass - Mass Intention for Grace and Mark Garrow - Memorial Mass. Requested by Allan Garrow. Tuesday, August 25/15 - 6:00 pm - Mass Intention for Daniel Bero Sr. - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. Wednesday, August 26/15 - 12:10 pm - Mass Intention for John Herne - Memorial Mass. Requested by Vicki Herne Giffiths. Thursday, August 27/15 - 12:10 pm - Mass...

  • Tota News

    Aug 20, 2015

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Aug. 15th Jim Mainville Aug. 16th Richard Francis, Claudia Martin, & Robert F. Herne Aug. 17th Margaret Jacobs & Helen E. Phillips Aug. 18th Dorothy Shatlaw Aug. 19th Norma Brock & Louis Jacobs Aug. 20th Cocoa D’Augostino & Ronald Cook Aug. 21st Barb Lizette, Bernice Lazore, Shirley Mainville & Monica White Aug. 24th Pauline Mulvana Aug 26th Lloyd Pitts Aug 27th Francine Palermo Events: Aug. 20th – Haircuts-10:00; Six Nations Museum-10:00; Caregiver Support Gro...

  • AKWESASNE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-575-2341 EXT. 3215

    Aug 20, 2015

    Fri. Aug. 21st Dr. Saylor 9:00-12:00-walk-in 1:00-3:30-by appt. Mon. Aug. 24th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-walk-in Tues. Aug. 25th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-walk-in Wed. Aug. 26th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-by appt. Thurs. Aug. 27th Dr. Ywakim 9:00-11:30-by Appt. 1:00-3:30-by appt....

  • KAWEHNOKE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-932-5808

    Aug 20, 2015

    Please note: Dr. Young’s walk-in clinic has a 40 patient limit and Janet Brant, NP’s walk-in clinic has an 8 patient limit Fri. Aug. 21st Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-walk-in Sat. Aug. 22nd Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-walk-in Mon. Aug. 24th Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-walk-in Tues. Aug. 25th Dr. Young, 8:00-11:30-walk-in Janet Brant, NP 1:00-4:30-walk-in Wed. Aug. 26th Dr. Young 8:00-11:30-walk-in Janet Brant, NP 1:00-3:30-by appt. 5:00-7:30-walk-in Thurs. Aug. 27th Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:0...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    Aug 20, 2015

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

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