» Iroquois Job Corps Center

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:46:22 +0000

On February, 26, 2013, the Iroquois Job Corps Center hosted a blood drive on center through the American Red Cross. Iroquois’ student employees training as Clinical Medical Assistants proudly assisted the Red Cross employees. More than 30 student employees participated and donated blood. Shown above in the picture is student employee, Natasha Robinson, and Red Cross staff.

“A Job Corps Success Story”

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:23:17 +0000

The student employees at the Iroquois Job Corps Center enter the program with goals of obtaining one of the “3 Es” – employment, enlistment or enrollment. For one of our student employees, her goal of obtaining employment came to fruition before she even left.
This was the case for student employee, Gettis Garcia. Gettis entered the Job Corps program in March 2012. Gettis had set goals early in the program to obtain a High School Diploma and to obtain certification as a nursing assistant. Gettis not only completed her initial goals, but took it further with additional career technical training and leadership responsibilities. Gettis enhanced her career skills by obtaining certifications in first aid, CPR, AED, EKG and customer service. She completed advanced leadership classes and held positions in the dormitory and in Student Government. Savonte Walker, Independent Living Director, stated “Gettis is a top dormitory leader. She is very respectful, dependable and generous”.
With her skills and attributes, it was easy to say that Gettis was going places. Gettis applied to work while enrolled at Iroquois Job Corps through the Center’s Work-Based Learning (WBL) Internship program. In October 2012, Gettis obtained full-time employment with Genesee County Nursing Home as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Gettis loved her role as a C.N.A. caring for the residents and building relationships. She talks very highly of the teamwork atmosphere and supportive supervisors at Genesee County Nursing Home. Krista Fiegel, WBL Coordinator, commented “Gettis has been a delight to work with. She is positive and responsible.”
Shari Mazerbo from Genesee County Nursing Home writes “Gettis Garcia came to Genesee County Nursing Home as a new CNA in October 2012. I remember Gettis, on the first day of orientation, be so attentive, asking questions, and truly determined to become a good employee of Genesee County Nursing Home. Gettis completed her orientation period and all her reports from her mentor and unit nurse were excellent. Gettis is always on time to work, and has a terrific attitude with the residents, she truly comes to work ready to assist our residents with their daily needs. Gettis shows a positive attitude and a willingness to learn more about her position as a CNA, and has proven to be an asset to Genesee County Nursing Home.”
Gettis’ success can be attributed to her determination and hard work to obtain her goals. Gettis was proud to be employed in a job and at a place that she loved.

Iroquois Job Corps Center Highlighted in Daily News

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:01:47 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps Center was proudly displayed on the entire back page of The Daily News on January 16, 2013. The Daily News showcased Iroquois’ student employee’s in “A Service to the Community”, “A Meeting with Senator Charles Schumer”, “Making Strides Breast Cancer Awareness Walk”, “The C.N.A. Class Preparing for Exam”, a Job Corps Success Story and the center’s volleyball team championship.

Iroquois Job Corps students with Nature Explore Classroom

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 17:17:16 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps brick and carpentry students assisted with the building of the first upstate Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom at the Alexander Central School, Alexander, NY. Project elements included installation of 1,000 feet of stone pathway, 250 feet of concrete walkways, construction of outbuildings and landscaping. Along with the site preparation students assisted with the construction of classroom “stations” and the building of bridges, wildlife houses and bird feeders.

Iroquois Job Corps Highlighted in Batavia Daily News Article

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:37:41 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps was highlighted in the Batavia Daily News on November 28, 2012. The article featured recent student community service projects such as the Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom at the Alexander Central School, Alexander, NY, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, and Adopt-A-Family through Orleans/Genesee County Community Action.

Iroquois Job Corps Enters Into New Partnership with Medina Memorial Hospital

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:28:14 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps has entered into an expanded Worked-Based Learning partnership with Medina Memorial Hospital. Students from the Certified Nursing Assistant program will be assisting with patient care in the Physical Therapy Unit at the hospital.

Iroquois Job Corps Students assist with Alexander Outdoor Classroom

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:19:11 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps brick and carpentry students have assisted the Alexander, NY Central School in building the first certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom in upstate New York. Iroquois students assisted with the installation of 1,000 feet of stone pathways, 260 feet of concrete walkway, various landscaping areas using all natural materials. A description of the project is available on line at www.alexandercsd.org and click on the “Outdoor Classroom” link. An official ribbon cutting ceremony will take place mid-October.

Iroquois Job Corps observes National Job Corps Commencement Day

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:09:14 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps is featured is several local media outlets in their observance of National Job Corps Commencement Day. The Batavia Daily News, The Niagara Gazette and Medina Journal – Register all featured the celebration activities. Media link is http://journal-register.newspaperdirect.com/epaper/services/OnLinePrinterhandler.ashx

Iroquois Job Corps Establishes New Work Sites

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 15:59:56 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps has recently entered into a Worked-Based Learning agreement with Absolut Care of Gasport, NY. Iroquois students that have been trained as a Certified Nursing Assistant will have the opportunity for extended hands on training in this skilled nursing facility for a 12 week period and the opportunity for future employment.

Iroquois Job Corps staff & students participate in Global Youth Service Day

Iroquois Job Corps Center — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:29:41 +0000

The Iroquois Job Corps staff and students participated in Global Youth Service Day by volunteering at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge and their “Spring Into Nature” event. This annual event where visitors are able to view an eagle’s nest with eggs, and participate in many other nature activities. Students and staff of the Iroquois Job Corps center assist with face painting, parking cars, building blue bird houses and at many other wildlife displays. Over 850 visitors attended this annual event.