Substance Use Mental Health

Laura Munch

Hutto, TX *********@*******.*** 512-***-****

Professional Summary

Experienced behavioral health professional with over 17 years of leadership in substance use treatment, recovery-oriented systems of care, offender education, and policy development. Proven ability to implement statewide initiatives, manage complex provider systems, and deliver evidence-based interventions across clinical and judicial settings. Ability to effectively prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Holds credentials as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

(LCDC) and Department of Transportation (DOT)-qualified Substance Abuse Professional

(SAP).

Certifications

- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) – Texas

- Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) – DOT Qualified Education

Texas State University, San Marcos, TX

Master’s Program – Enrolled August 2010 completed 12 hours Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences, 2004

National Honor Society – Phi Sigma Theta

Professional Experience

Program Specialist V

Texas Department of Health and Human Services (HHSC) – Austin, TX May 2021 – March 2025

Served as interim Youth Treatment Specialist; monitored provider contracts and delivered technical assistance.

Adhered to Texas Administrative Code Title 26, Part 1, Chapter 564

Adhered to 42 CFR Part 2 Federal Regulation focused on protecting the confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder patient records.

Partnered with the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) on treatment placements for foster youth.

Analyzed statewide treatment data and generated reports for HHSC leadership.

Coordinated the Behavioral Health Institute Conference, leading planning and logistics for 600+ participants.

Program Specialist V

Texas Department of Health and Human Services – Austin, TX Sept 2018 – March 2021

Managed substance use treatment services and budgets across Texas.

Provided consultative support to providers and guided policy implementation.

Ensured service continuity and improved coordination for youth and adults.

Analyzed legislative bills pertaining to substance use disorder Policy Manager

Department of Family and Protective Services – Austin, TX July 2017 – Sept 2018

Developed and implemented DFPS policy across units to align with legislative priorities.

Supported rollout and compliance efforts through cross-departmental collaboration. Team Coordinator – BRSS Policy Academy Grant / ROSC Coordinator Texas Health and Human Services Commission – Austin, TX Dec 2006 – July 2017

Led statewide efforts to embed peer recovery support services into clinical systems.

Developed Recovery Oriented Systems of Care frameworks and peer certification standards.

Assisted in identifying funding to build the framework for statewide implementation of Recovery Services.

Created curriculum for co-occurring peer support and launched the Texas Recovery Forum.

Initially set up 28 community meetings statewide to begin implementing recovery services.

Worked closely with the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium to establish the first substance use peer support specialist certification. Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Counselor

Self-Employed – Round Rock, TX

Oct 2012 – Present

Conduct Department of Transportation (DOT)- evaluations and return-to-duty assessments of employees who have violated U.S. DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations, in accordance with 49 CFR Part 40.

Recommend treatment, education, and follow-up testing plans for regulated employees.

Offender Education Instructor

Self-Employed / Lifesteps & Austin Mobile Drug Testing – Round Rock, TX Sept 2000 – Aug 2023

Provided court-ordered assessments and treatment recommendations.

Facilitated 9-week adult offender education and 12-hour DWI classes in compliance with TDLR standards.

Senior Counselor

Travis County Counseling and Education Services – Austin, TX Mar 2001 – Dec 2006

Conducted SASSI-3 and psychosocial assessments; provided individual and group counseling.

Supervised client caseloads and trained new clinical staff.

Ensured documentation compliance with 42 CFR Part 2. Skills

Substance Use Treatment Planning

Behavioral Health Systems Integration

Peer Support & Recovery Services

Policy & Program Development

Evidence-Based Curriculum Delivery

Contract Monitoring & Budget Oversight

Cross-Agency Collaboration

Judicial System Engagement

Conference & Training Coordination

Microsoft word, excel, power point, outlook

Employee: Jerrel Hewitt

Social Security No.: ***-**-****

DOB: March 27, 1990Communicate both verbally and in writing

Clinical Management for Behavioral Health Services (CMBHS)

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