About Rape Crisis Midwest
Rape Crisis Midwest (RCM) works for the protection of all people from all forms of sexual violence and abuse. It primarily supports survivors of sexual abuse and violence through free, confidential, and non-judgmental support and counselling, working from an intersectional feminist framework. RCM deliver services utilising a survivor-centred and trauma-informed model. RCM operates from the knowledge that survivors have the capacity to grow and heal and that they are the experts in what they need. Survivor identified indicators of recovery and healing inform the way in which services are delivered and developed. A trauma-informed model means services are offered with the understanding that a survivor’s reactions are a normal response to trauma. RCM believes that responding to sexual violence in our society and holding perpetrators to account starts with supporting survivors in ways that are respectful of their dignity, healing and choices. RCM works to hold perpetrators accountable for their behaviour and counteract victim blaming. The headquarters for Rape Crisis Midwest services is in Limerick with outreach centres in both Ennis and Nenagh. Our service delivery includes crisis counselling, long term psychotherapy; Garda and court accompaniment; advice, to both survivors, and their supporters; and sexual violence training to individuals and organisations. We work nationally in partnership with Cuan – the Domestic, Sexual & Gender Based Violence Agency and Rape Crisis Ireland.
Commitment
8-10 meetings per year - 3 year term
Role Summary
As a trustee with psychotherapy expertise, you will play a vital role in ensuring that the services provided by Rape Crisis Midwest are trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and clinically sound. Your knowledge of mental health, therapeutic practices, and survivor care will contribute to the charity’s strategic direction and operational excellence, ensuring it continues to meet the complex needs of individuals affected by sexual violence.
Essential Skills and Experience
* Professional qualifications in psychotherapy, psychology, counseling, or a related mental health field.
* Significant experience working with survivors of trauma, particularly those affected by sexual violence.
* Knowledge of trauma-informed care, safeguarding, and survivor-centered approaches.
* Awareness of ethical considerations in therapeutic practice and mental health service delivery.
* A commitment to supporting survivors and promoting mental health and well-being.
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