Camp Counselor Jobs in Detroit, MI

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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Training Instructor Detroit, MI

  • Triple Canopy
  • Detroit, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 8 days ago

of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat, extreme cold or exposure to chemicals.Exhibit exemptional physical fitness...

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Digital Training Instructor

  • ACCESS
  • Dearborn, MI (6 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (6 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Digital Training Instructor Job Status: Full Time Job Summary: Under general supervision, the Digital Training Instructor uses skills obtained through experience and/or formal training...

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Activities Coordinator

  • Wellspring Lutheran Services
  • Livonia, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities Develops, organizes, and implements structured programs such as art, music, sports, games, fitness, and educational workshops that align with residents' interests and treatment goals...

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Day Camp Counselor

  • The Salvation Army
  • Wyandotte, MI (10 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Wyandotte, MI (10 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 14 days ago

Position Summary: The Camp Counselor guides and ensures the safety of children as they engage in camp activities....

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Day Camp Counselor - Camp Canton (Seasonal)

  • Canton Township
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 15 days ago

Counselor-Camp Canton (Seasonal) This is a seasonal job opportunity....

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Doggy Day Camp Counselor

  • Best Friends Pet Care
  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 22 days ago

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Clinton Township, MI 48035Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $13.00 - $15.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayOur Leader of the pack...

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Kids Camp Counselor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Shelby Township, MI (22 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Shelby Township, MI (22 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 24 days ago

Position Summary The Kids Camp Counselor leads children through a variety of activities including rock climbing, swimming, weekly field trips, arts & crafts, gym games and more....

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Regional Training Instructor - Quality Engineering Topics

  • TRIGO Group
  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago

Regional Training Instructor - Quality Engineering Topics Remote Online Training with some travel as needed Are you at a point in your career where you are able to share the quality knowledge you...

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Summer Camp Counselor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary The Kids Camp Counselor leads children through a variety of activities including rock climbing, swimming, weekly field trips, arts & crafts, gym games and more....

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Seasonal Summer Camp Counselor

  • Grosse Pointe Yacht Club
  • Grosse Pointe Shores, MI (7 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Grosse Pointe Shores, MI (7 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Title: Summer Camp Counselor Department: Summer Camp Operations Division: Athletics Reports to: Summer Camp Captain/Supervisor Summer Camp Director Athletic Director Supervises: None Company...

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Seasonal Camp Counselor - Parks & Recreation (Non-Career)

  • Southfield, City of (MI)
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

The position you are applying for is a non-career, seasonal Camp Counselor in the Recreation Division of the Parks and Recreation Department. This position currently pays hourly....

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Youth Activities Coordinator

  • The Salvation Army
  • Detroit, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary: This position is responsible for leadership, oversight, development, and improvement of assigned ministry activities to the general community, including supervision of staff and...

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Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern

  • KE Camps
  • Grosse Pointe Woods, MI (7 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grosse Pointe Woods, MI (7 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Summer Day Camp Counselor

  • KE Camps
  • Grosse Pointe Woods, MI (7 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grosse Pointe Woods, MI (7 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

As a Camp Counselor, you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful...

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Summer Day Camp Counselor

  • City of Ferndale
  • Ferndale, MI (8 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ferndale, MI (8 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

The Ferndale Parks and Recreation Department is seeking positive, dynamic, and responsible individuals to join its state-licensed Summer Day Camp program as Camp Counselors....

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Salary for Camp Counselor Jobs in Detroit, MI

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Highest Education Level

Camp Counselors in Detroit, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.6%
Master's Degree
18.9%
High School or GED
10.0%
Associate's Degree
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.1%
Some High School
2.8%
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 Detroit, MI
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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