Camp Counselor Jobs in Colorado

A Camp Counselor in the fitness and recreation industry plays an integral role in organizing and leading various physical activities, games, and sports for camp attendees. They are responsible for ensuring the physical and emotional safety of campers, fostering an inclusive and fun environment, and developing and implementing fitness and wellness programs. They often serve as role models and leaders, promoting healthy living, teaching new fitness skills, and cultivating a positive camp culture.

Essential skills for a Camp Counselor include strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to work well with a diverse group of people. They should also have in-depth knowledge of fitness principles and be able to motivate and inspire campers to participate in activities. Certifications in CPR, first aid, and water safety are commonly required due to the inherent physical risks associated with many camp activities. Previous job roles that could lead to becoming a Camp Counselor might include Fitness Instructor, Lifeguard, or Youth Sport Coach. Other relevant roles might include roles in childcare settings, such as a Childcare Assistant or an After-School Program Coordinator.

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Nutritional Health Coach

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 14 hours ago

Salary Range USD $25.00/Hr. - Overview The Job in a Nutshell: This role requires an outgoing personality and passion for sharing nutrition knowledge and inspiring people to act and achieve their...

Tobacco Cessation Health Coach

  • Glendale, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, CO
  • 1 day ago

WORK FROM HOME – FULL TIME National Jewish Health – Tobacco Cessation Program **Remote positions on our team are currently available for candidates located in AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, IL, MN, NY, OK,...

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Beauty and Wellness Consultant

  • Boulder, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 4 days ago

Job Objectives Maximizes sales and brand awareness by providing exceptional customer care to all customers in a friendly, efficient, and professional manner; gives impartial, personalized,...

Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern

  • Aurora, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 10 days ago

First and foremost, your primary responsibilities will be as a Camp Counselor....

Bilingual Tobacco Cessation Health Coach

  • CO
  • 10 days ago
  • CO
  • 10 days ago

Bilingual Tobacco Cessation Health Coach National Jewish Health - Galleria Office Towers Quitlogix Remote, CO Professional Full Time, Variable Shift, variable Posted 07/18/2025 Req # 19445 WORK...

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Activities Coordinator - Bonaventure of Castle Rock

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 14 days ago

Bonaventure of Castle Rock has exciting job opening for an Activity Coordinator! Starting from $22.50 to $23.50 Paid Training, no experience necessary for the Activity Coordinator position. Call...

Camp Tumbleson Lake Camp Counselor

  • Lafayette, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Our Camp Counselors provide leadership, direction, and supervision to their campers as well as to the greater camp community....

Military Family Life Summer Camp Counselor

  • Aurora, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 45+ days ago

Overview AMERICAN HOSPITAL SERVICES GROUP, LLC Aurora, Colorado The Military Family Life Counselor PRN is a licensed mental health professional who exercises discretion and independent judgment to provide...

Youth Leader / Camp Counselor

  • Columbine Valley, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbine Valley, CO
  • 45+ days ago

Our Youth Leaders and Summer Day Camp Counselors are warm, friendly individuals and very good with children of all ages....

Grants and Agreements Training Instructor

  • Denver, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 90+ days ago

Grants and Agreements Training Instructor ID:B22HQ652CO-011Location:DenverProgram:BLM Wage/Hr:$50.00Hours/Week:25 hours/weekMinimum Age:55 For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce...

WORK FROM HOME – FULL TIME National Jewish Health – Tobacco Cessation Program **Remote positions with our team are currently available for candidates located in CO, TX, WI, MN, AZ, CA, IL, FL, VA,...

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Salary for Camp Counselor Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Camp Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Camp Counselors in Colorado offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.8%
Master's Degree
18.6%
High School or GED
10.2%
Associate's Degree
4.7%
Some High School
2.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Camp Counselors in Colorado
Less than 1 year
68.7%
None
24.2%
6-8 years
3.2%
4-6 years
3.0%
2-4 years
0.8%
1-2 years
0.2%


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