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A professional, caring & confidential counselling/support service for those affected by sexual abuse & sexual violence. 1800 355 355 [email protected]

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Could you be part of our Psychological Support Team?

Galway Rape Crisis Centre is recruiting volunteers to join our dedicated Psychological Support Team.

Our Psychological Support Team provides vital advocacy and psychological support to survivors in the immediate aftermath of rape or sexual assault. This is a 24-hour, 7-day on call service delivered by Galway Rape Crisis Centre within the Galway Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU).

The role of a Psychological Support Team volunteer is not a counselling role. Instead, you will provide compassionate emotional support, information and advocacy at a time when survivors need it most.

As a volunteer, you will:

Be on call three times each month
Commit to a minimum of two years in the role
Receive comprehensive training, ongoing supervision and support from Galway Rape Crisis Centre
Become part of a committed and supportive team making a real difference in people's lives

If you are interested in supporting survivors of sexual violence and would like to be part of this rewarding service, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: 30th October 2026

Please read the Information Pack for full details about the role and recruitment process.
https://galwayrcc.ie/volunteer/#psychological-support

If you have any questions, please email pstmanager@grcc.ie. We will be delighted to answer your queries. by @galwayrapecrisis

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3 days ago

A huge thank you to Cybersentiq!

A big thank you to everyone at Cybersentiq for coming out to support Galway Rape Crisis Centre at our Flag Day in Galway City!

It means so much to have the support of people and organisations who genuinely care about our work and the difference it makes in our community. Your commitment to our mission of preventing sexual violence and supporting survivors is truly appreciated.

Thank you for giving your time, showing up for GRCC and helping us raise awareness and vital funds to continue our work across Galway.

#CyberSentriq
@CyberSentriq by @galwayrapecrisis

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7 days ago

We’re out fundraising in Galway City today!

We’re out and about today, Saturday 10th October, raising funds for Galway Rape Crisis Centre.

If you see our volunteers, please support us if you can. Every donation helps us continue our work supporting survivors of sexual violence and trauma.

Please give our volunteers a friendly smile and a kind word while they’re out collecting. Thanks to everyone who donates and supports our work! by @galwayrapecrisis

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7 days ago

We’re out fundraising in Galway City tomorrow!

Saturday 10th October

If you see our Galway Rape Crisis Centre volunteers out and about, please support us if you can. Every donation helps us continue our work supporting survivors of sexual violence and trauma.

A little kindness goes a long way, so please be kind to our wonderful volunteers who are giving up their time to support our work.

Thank you for your generosity and support.

#GalwayRapeCrisisCentre #GalwayCity #Fundraising #CommunitySupport by @galwayrapecrisis

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7 days ago

We’re at the University of Galway’s Feel Good Fair today.

Come and say hello to the Galway Rape Crisis Centre team, who will be there from 11am to 3pm.

It’s a great event bringing together organisations and services focused on wellbeing and support for students.

If you’re on campus today, come along, have a chat and find out more about the support available.

University of Galway
11am to 3pm Áras na Mac Léinn by @galwayrapecrisis

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10 days ago

We were delighted to attend Galway Technical Institute’s Students Supports and Progression Fair.

It was a great day, with lots of interaction and plenty of interest from students. It was lovely to meet students, share information about Galway Rape Crisis Centre and talk about the support available to people affected by sexual violence and trauma.

A big thank you to everyone at GTI for organising such a welcoming and engaging event, and to all the students who stopped by to chat with us.

L 2 R: Sophie Waller, Social Studies and Youth Work, GTI; Susan Costello, GRCC; Mary O’Sullivan, Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention, HSE; and Mags Costello, Hairdressing and Barbering, GTI.

@westbewell1
@gtigalway by @galwayrapecrisis

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11 days ago

Galway Rape Crisis Centre is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to provide strategic leadership, clinical governance and professional assurance across our psychotherapy services.

This is a senior role overseeing a team of 22+ therapists supporting survivors of sexual violence.

We’re looking for an accredited psychotherapist with a relevant therapeutic supervision qualification, strong management experience and a demonstrated understanding of the impact of sexual violence and trauma.

The role is full-time and based at GRCC, Claddagh Quay, Galway.

What we offer:
• 29 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension
• A competitive package commensurate with this senior role
• The opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of our clinical services and support for survivors

To apply: Please send your CV and cover letter to Cathy Connolly at director@grcc.ie

Closing date: 30 October 2026

Full job description and further details:
www.galwayrcc.ie/vacancies

Please share with anyone who may be interested in joining our team.

#WeAreHiring #ClinicalDirector #GalwayJobs #Psychotherapy #MentalHealthJobs #TraumaInformed #SexualViolence #GalwayRapeCrisisCentre by @galwayrapecrisis

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11 days ago

We’re delighted to be attending the Student Support & Progression Fair at Galway Technical Institute today.

We’ll be there from 12pm to 2pm in Room 5, meeting students and sharing information about the support available through Galway Rape Crisis Centre.

If you’re at GTI today, come along and say hello to the team. by @galwayrapecrisis

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11 days ago

We’re hiring: Psychotherapist

Galway Rape Crisis Centre is looking for a Psychotherapist to join our clinical team.

This is an opportunity to provide trauma-informed, client-centred psychotherapy to adults and adolescents who have experienced sexual violence, as part of a supportive and multidisciplinary team.

The role:
Based in Galway City
2 days per week, 15 hours
Days worked across Monday to Saturday, must include Saturday
€22,000 per year for 15 hours per week
29 days annual leave pro rata, bank holidays and pension

We are looking for an experienced psychotherapist with full accreditation with IACP, IAHIP or equivalent, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience working therapeutically with sexual violence and/or complex trauma.

Closing date: Friday 30 October at 5.30pm.

To apply, please send a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and your current CV to Sarahjane@grcc.ie

Please share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested.

#GalwayRapeCrisisCentre #GRCC #Psychotherapist #PsychotherapyJobs #GalwayJobs #MentalHealthJobs #Recruitment #SexualViolence #TraumaInformed by @galwayrapecrisis

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13 days ago

It can be hard to talk.
Harder still to ask for help.
But healing starts with a conversation.

If you’ve experienced sexual violence you don’t have to carry it alone.
GRCC is here to support you, no matter your gender, background, or story.

Freephone helpline: 1800 355 355 by @galwayrapecrisis

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13 days ago

If you or someone you know has experience sexual violence, please reach out for help. You don't have to go through it alone. There is always someone ready to listen and assist you, even at the weekend and bank holidays.

National helpline: 1800 77 88 88 by @galwayrapecrisis

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14 days ago

Could you be part of our Psychological Support Team?

Galway Rape Crisis Centre is recruiting volunteers to join our dedicated Psychological Support Team.

Our Psychological Support Team provides vital advocacy and psychological support to survivors in the immediate aftermath of rape or sexual assault. This is a 24-hour, 7-day on call service delivered by Galway Rape Crisis Centre within the Galway Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU).

The role of a Psychological Support Team volunteer is not a counselling role. Instead, you will provide compassionate emotional support, information and advocacy at a time when survivors need it most.

As a volunteer, you will:

Be on call three times each month
Commit to a minimum of two years in the role
Receive comprehensive training, ongoing supervision and support from Galway Rape Crisis Centre
Become part of a committed and supportive team making a real difference in people's lives

This essential service would not exist without the generosity, commitment and compassion of our volunteers.

If you are interested in supporting survivors of sexual violence and would like to be part of this rewarding service, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 30 October 2026

Please read the Information Pack for full details about the role and recruitment process.
https://galwayrcc.ie/volunteer/#psychological-support

If you have any questions, please email pstmanager@grcc.ie. We will be delighted to answer your queries. by @galwayrapecrisis

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