Counselor Jobs

A Counselor in the fitness and recreation industry is responsible for offering guidance and support to clients to help them achieve their fitness goals. They communicate with clients to understand their objectives and create personalized fitness and nutrition plans. Counselors also track their clients' progress, modify plans as needed and help clients overcome fitness obstacles. They might conduct fitness assessments, demonstrate various exercises, and educate clients on nutrition and lifestyle changes. They also ensure safety and proper use of equipment.

Important skills for a Fitness and Rec Counselor include excellent communication and motivational skills, knowledge of fitness training and nutrition, and the ability to design individualized fitness programs. They should also have a thorough understanding of human anatomy and the concepts of functional exercise, basic nutrition, and basic exercise science. As per certifications, they should have a degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related field. In addition, a CPR and First Aid certification along with a professional fitness trainer certification from a recognized institute like the American Council on Exercise (ACE) or the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Counselor, a person may have roles such as Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, or Nutritional Advisor.

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Sr Ops Training Instructor

  • Constellation Energy
  • Lusby, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lusby, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Who We Are As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a...

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Activities Coordinator

  • Sevita
  • Greensburg, KY
  • 16 days ago
  • Greensburg, KY
  • 16 days ago

Just Family Center, a part of the Sevita family, provides home and community-based services including day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs, attendant care and case...

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Aviation Maintenance Training Instructor

  • Global Medical Response
  • Hutto, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Hutto, TX
  • 10 days ago

Aviation Maintenance Training Instructor Immediately Hiring! Aviation Maintenance Training Instructor FULL-TIME Remote Opportunity in Denton, TX Starting Salary: $73,296.34 - $103,388.12 annually...

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Activities Coordinator

  • Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company
  • Hershey, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 10 days ago

Join the team at Hershey Lodge, an award-winning resort best known for being warm, welcoming, and distinctly Hershey. Offering 665 guest rooms and 100,000 square feet of function space, Hershey...

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Boys Basketball Camp Counselor-3

  • University of Rochester
  • Rochester, NY
  • moments ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • moments ago

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness,...

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Softball Camp Counselor-1

  • University of Rochester
  • Rochester, NY
  • moments ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • moments ago

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness,...

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Junior Camp Counselor

  • YMCA
  • Newnan, GA
  • moments ago
  • Newnan, GA
  • moments ago

NATURE AND SCOPE: Under the direction of the Youth Development Director, the Junior Camp Counselor will be primarily responsible for supporting the camp lead counselor, assisting in execution of program...

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Activities Coordinator/Child Life Aide

  • Shriners Children's
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Company Overview Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence...

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OMAHA KROC CENTER - Assistant Summer Camp Counselor

  • The Salvation Army
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 hour ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 hour ago

We are now hiring for full time Camp Counselors and Assistant Camp Counselors, a part-time Summer Day Camp Attendant, and a full-time Assistant Camp Director....

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Day Camp Counselor, Lead

  • The Salvation Army
  • Newark, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Newark, CA
  • 1 hour ago

The Salvation Army Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is...

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Technology Training Instructor - Manhattan

  • New York Public Library
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Technology Training Instructor - Manhattan Department: Branch Services & Programs Employment Type: Full Time Location: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library Reporting To: Richard Jones Compensation:...

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Activities - Activities Coordinator

  • Active Day
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 hour ago

**DAILY PAY AVAILABLE** Active Day has an immediate opportunity for a super creative Activities Coordinator who is looking to make a difference in the lives of a vulnerable and loving population!...

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Summer Day Camp Counselor - Duval County Youth Development

  • First Coast YMCA
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 hour ago

If you are a person who wants more than just a job, who wants your efforts to have an impact on your community and who wants to work in a welcoming and positive environment, then you are someone...

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Doggy Day Camp Counselor - Best Friends Pet Hotel

  • Best Friends Pet Care
  • Windsor, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Windsor, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: WINDSOR, NJ 08561Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob...

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Camp Counselor

  • YMCA
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 2 hours ago

Camp Counselors play an important role in creating a safe and engaging camp environment....

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Salary for Counselor Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Counselors 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 Counselors
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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