Robert A. Burch
Bastrop,Texas
Summary
Director-level behavioral health and clinical operations leader with over 18 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment, outpatient services, recovery programming, and team leadership. Skilled in program development, clinical supervision, staff mentorship, regulatory compliance, crisis intervention, and client-centered care across detoxification, residential, outpatient, sober living, and correctional treatment settings. Recognized for balancing operational leadership with direct counseling engagement while fostering recovery-oriented environments and multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Director
Austin Treatment Centers / New Health Associates
Austin, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Direct daily operations for outpatient programming and sober living services supporting up to 70 clients across multiple recovery residences.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams including clinical, operational, and support staff while promoting accountability, collaboration, and client-centered care.
- Oversee hiring, staff development, scheduling, compliance, and operational performance within Texas-licensed treatment environments.
- Implement program improvements and operational strategies designed to strengthen service delivery, client engagement, and treatment outcomes.
- Maintain active clinical involvement through counseling, case staffing, crisis support, and group facilitation.
Clinical Manager
Austin Pines Ranch / New Health Associates
Paige, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Supervise clinical operations and oversee staff performance to ensure adherence to best practices and state regulatory standards.
- Conduct case staffing, treatment plan reviews, discharge planning, and clinical coordination to support continuity of care.
- Mentor and train staff in clinical documentation, group facilitation, recovery interventions, and ethical standards.
- Provide direct counseling support, crisis intervention, and group facilitation as needed.
Outpatient Manager
Willow Springs Recovery
Bastrop, TX
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Directed outpatient behavioral health operations including clinical programming, scheduling, and utilization review processes.
- Supervised counselors, facilitators, and support staff while ensuring compliance and quality care standards.
- Improved reporting systems and documentation workflows to increase operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Supported staff development and interdisciplinary collaboration to maintain a recovery-focused treatment environment.
Group Facilitator
Willow Springs Recovery
Bastrop, TX
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Facilitated psychoeducational, relapse prevention, and process-oriented recovery groups.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions and maintained timely clinical documentation.
- Assisted in curriculum development and adaptation to meet diverse client treatment needs.
LCDC Counselor
Changes Counseling
Austin, TX
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Conducted intake assessments, individual counseling, and group facilitation services for outpatient clients.
- Assisted clients with relapse prevention planning, case coordination, and community referrals.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and treatment records in compliance with agency standards.
LCDC Counselor
Cedar Creek Recovery
Manor, TX
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Provided counseling services for voluntary and court-mandated clients in outpatient recovery settings.
- Developed and facilitated educational groups focused on substance use, coping skills, and relapse prevention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support individualized treatment planning and client progress.
LCDC Counselor
Gateway Foundation, TDCJ
Burnet, TX
03.2012 - 06.2015
- Delivered individual and group counseling within a therapeutic community correctional treatment setting.
- Facilitated evidence-based interventions including cognitive restructuring and relapse prevention programming.
- Assisted with offender reentry planning and coordination of community recovery resources.
LCDC Intern
Austin Drug & Alcohol Abuse Program
Austin, TX
02.2008 - 03.2012
- Completed supervised clinical internship involving intake assessments, treatment planning, counseling, and group facilitation.
- Maintained progress notes, treatment documentation, and case management records.
- Gained experience across inpatient and outpatient treatment environments.
Education
Master’s - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
01.2029
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2026
Skills
- Clinical Leadership & Behavioral Health Operations
- Program Development & Performance Improvement
- Staff Supervision, Mentorship & Team Development
- Individual Counseling & Group Facilitation
- Crisis Intervention & Relapse Prevention
- Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Treatment Planning & Case Coordination
- Budget Oversight & Operational Management
- Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care
- Conflict Resolution & Ethical Decision-Making
- Utilization Review & Insurance Coordination
- Community Collaboration & Client Advocacy
Certification
- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), Texas License #11754 | Expires May 2028
- Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (ADC) Certification #50158-0223 | Expires February 2027
Timeline
Facility Director
Austin Treatment Centers / New Health Associates
06.2023 - Current
Clinical Manager
Austin Pines Ranch / New Health Associates
01.2023 - Current
Outpatient Manager
Willow Springs Recovery
06.2021 - 01.2023
Group Facilitator
Willow Springs Recovery
08.2020 - 06.2021
LCDC Counselor
Changes Counseling
09.2018 - 03.2019
LCDC Counselor
Cedar Creek Recovery
07.2015 - 08.2017
LCDC Counselor
Gateway Foundation, TDCJ
03.2012 - 06.2015
LCDC Intern
Austin Drug & Alcohol Abuse Program
02.2008 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
Master’s - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University