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What does a retired special forces do?

A Retired Special Forces job can vary widely, depending on the individual's skills and experience. Many veterans transition into roles in security, law enforcement, private contracting, consulting, or training. Some also pursue careers in corporate leadership, intelligence, or emergency management. Their specialized training in strategy, leadership, and problem-solving makes them highly valuable in various industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a retired special forces?

To thrive as a Retired Special Forces professional transitioning to civilian roles, you need expertise in tactical operations, security protocols, leadership, and often a military service background with specialized training. Familiarity with security technology, risk assessment tools, and certifications such as CPR, first aid, or advanced security clearances can be required depending on the position. Strong decision-making, adaptability, teamwork, and discretion are highly valued soft skills in this field. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safety, effective mission planning, and seamless integration into diverse professional teams.

What are the typical career paths or industries that value the experience of retired special forces?

Retired Special Forces professionals are highly sought after in industries such as private security, law enforcement, consulting, emergency management, and executive protection. Many find opportunities with government contractors, security firms, or in corporate risk assessment roles where their expertise in crisis management and strategic planning is invaluable. The teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills developed during service translate well to both operational and managerial positions. Career advancement often comes through specialized training, industry certifications, and leveraging professional networks built during and after military service.

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Infographic showing various Retired Special Forces job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Special Operations Licensed Mental Health Counselor (On-Site) (AFSOC GSU/Southern Pines, NC)

KBR, Inc.

Southern Pines, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


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Title:
Special Operations Licensed Mental Health Counselor (On-Site) (AFSOC GSU/Southern Pines, NC)
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KBR is a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers; but we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. We maintain a highly qualified workforce to help care for service people and astronauts across the world. We attract the best minds because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.
We are actively recruiting for multiple Licensed Mental Health Counselors to support our Nation's Special Operation Forces and their families, through the Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program. In these roles we are looking for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to work within a unit, on-site, as a Behavioral Health Counselor. Locations include Hurlburt / Duke Field, FL; Cannon AFB, NM.
You will be responsible for, but not limited to:
  • Implementing policies, conducts screenings, clinical counseling and case management services, and prevention programming.
  • Serve as a point of contact for behavioral health services for active-duty Special Operations personnel, retired military members, their families, and others as authorized by DoD policy.
  • Provide a spectrum of behavioral health interventions, including interviewing, behavioral assessment, and evidenced-based therapies in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological and neuropsychological disorders using the following skills: individual, family and group psychotherapy, couples therapy, alcohol and drug treatment evaluations.
  • Plan, develop and implement programs designed to foster positive healthy relationships within the family structure and unit connectedness.
  • Promote and maintain communication and harmonious working relationships within the unit, POTFF program, and other DoD and outside agencies.

Education, Credentialing, Certification, Experience and Clearance requirements:
  • Master's Degree in one of the behavioral sciences and able to meet Credentialing and Privileging standards.

  • LMFT Requirements must include one of the following:
    • Master's or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE), or
    • A qualifying graduate degree in an allied mental health field from a regionally accredited education institution in conjunction with a program of marriage and family therapy study that is equivalent to the COAMFTE standards as defined by the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Must possess a clinical membership credential issued by the AAMFT.

  • LPC Requirements:
    • Passed the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE) or an examination determined by the Director, Defense Health Agency or designee as equal in scope, intent, and content to the NCMHCE.
    • Master's or higher-level degree from a mental health counseling program of education and training accredited for Mental Health Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs; and
    • Post-master's degree counseling practice qualifying for independent licensure. Two years of post-graduate experience in various modalities and skill to provide individual, group, couples, and family treatment/counseling.

  • Must have a current state license to practice independently as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top-Secret Clearance
  • Shall have and maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) as required for credentialing at servicing medical treatment facilities.
  • Must possess a license for independent practice as either a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or a Licensed Professional Counselor from a U.S. state, territory, or district.

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