Camp Counselor Jobs in Lake Hopatcong, NJ

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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Hiring College Students to be Day Camp Counselors!

  • Sittercity
  • Lake Hopatcong, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Hopatcong, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Looking for the ultimate summer job while home from college? Spend your summer at Willow Lake Day Camp building leadership skills, making friendships, and creating unforgettable experiences for...

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BEST SUMMER EVER: Become a Camp Counselor at Willow Lake!

  • Sittercity
  • Lake Hopatcong, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Hopatcong, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Were hiring caring, energetic counselors to lead our younger campers (ages 4-6) through exciting days full of swimming, sports, arts, and camp traditions....

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Summer Camp Counselor - Youth Transition Program (Blind/Visually Impaired)

  • The Arc, Ocean County Chapter
  • Madison, NJ (17 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (17 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Summer Camp Counselor - Youth Transition Program (Blind/Visually Impaired) On-siteVocationalTemporary Madison, New Jersey, United States Description Residential Summer Camp Counselor - Youth Transition...

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Summer Camp Counselor

  • OSL Retail Services
  • Madison, NJ (17 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (17 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

On-siteVocationalTemporary Madison, New Jersey, United States OVERVIEW APPLICATION Share this job Description Residential Summer Camp Counselor - Youth Transition Program The Arc of Ocean County is...

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Summer Camp Counselor

  • Atlantic Health System
  • Madison, NJ (17 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (17 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

On-siteVocationalTemporary Madison, New Jersey, United States OVERVIEW APPLICATION Share this job Description We are seeking energetic, responsible, and compassionate Overnight Camp Counselors to support...

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Summer Camp Counselor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Florham Park, NJ (16 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (16 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 30+ 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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Inclusion Activities Coordinator

  • Hope Christian Services
  • Wyckoff, NJ (21 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wyckoff, NJ (21 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Inclusion Activities Coordinator Hope Christian Services - 3.0 Wyckoff, NJ Job Details Part-time $20 - $21 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision...

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Camp Counselor

  • Student Transportation Of America
  • Chester, NJ (14 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chester, NJ (14 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Gym Schedule Cycle Zone Family Swim HIIT Zone Pickleball Aqua Fitness Classes Babysitting Kids Corner AQUATICS Adaptive Swimming Adult Learn To Swim Clinic Free Safety Around Water Clinic WMY Swim...

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Camp Counselor

  • YMCA
  • Randolph, NJ (9 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Randolph, NJ (9 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

The Camp Counselor supports the mission of the West Morris Area YMCA by fostering a passion for the joy of learning and adventure in children. Must be at least 17 years old....

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Kids Camp Counselor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Florham Park, NJ (16 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (16 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ 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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Certified Small Group Training Instructor

  • Crunch
  • Hackettstown, NJ (14 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (14 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

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Certified Small Group Training Instructor

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Parsippany, NJ (12 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (12 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

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Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern

  • KE Camps
  • Summit, NJ (21 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Summit, NJ (21 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 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
  • Summit, NJ (21 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Summit, NJ (21 miles from Lake Hopatcong, NJ)
  • 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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Salary for Camp Counselor Jobs in Lake Hopatcong, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Camp Counselors in Lake Hopatcong, NJ 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 Lake Hopatcong, NJ
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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