Counselor Jobs in California

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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Activities Coordinator/Child Life Aide

  • Shriners Children's
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 hours 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...

In Person Full Time

Day Camp Counselor, Lead

  • The Salvation Army
  • Newark, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Newark, CA
  • 6 hours 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...

In Person

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel....

In Person Part Time

Technical Training Instructor

  • Solar Turbines Incorporated
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Career Area: Manufacturing Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but...

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Psychology and Addiction Paraprofessional Training Instructor, Full-Time Tenure Track

  • College of the Desert (CA)
  • Palm Desert, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Palm Desert, CA
  • 4 days ago

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences...

In Person Full Time

SFO Incumbent Security Training Instructor

  • VMD Corp
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

SFO Incumbent Security Training Instructor VMD Corp - 3.8 San Francisco, CA Job Details $45.17 - $46.47 an hour 1 day ago Benefits On-the-job training Qualifications High school diploma or GED...

Remote

Memory Care Activities Coordinator

  • The Pasea
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 5 days ago

property (Generations/Memory Care in particular) and promote resident and family participation through regularly scheduled events, activities, special programs and guest speakers, movie showings, exercise...

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Activities Coordinator

  • AltaMed
  • Commerce, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Commerce, CA
  • 5 days ago

Grow Healthy If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isnt just welcomed its...

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Day Camp Counselor (Temporary) - 13-120 - SC/San Diego Citadel

  • Main Salvation Army
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

Counselors will provide leadership and care for a group of assigned campers. Will be working up to 40 hours per week depending on camp schedule needs....

In Person Temporary

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Endeavor Schools
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Build a Career with Meaning and Enhance Your Future Come join us at Bergamo Montessori as a Summer Camp Counselor!...

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Boys Basketball Camp Counselor I

  • Marymount University
  • Cypress, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 8 days ago

The Boy's Basketball Camp Counselor I responsibilities include: Organize and direct campers on and off the field/court Teach (sport) skills to campers Coach teams in camp competition Assist the camp...

Remote

Boys Basketball Camp Counselor II

  • Marymount University
  • Cypress, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 8 days ago

The Boy's Basketball Camp Counselor II responsibilities include: Organize and direct campers on and off the field/court Teach (sport) skills to campers Coach teams in camp competition Assist the camp...

Remote

Camp Counselor

  • Invited
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

Reporting Structure Reports to the Director Kids Club Day to Day Must be courteous and exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with the members/guests and their children....

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Camp Counselor - Sports

  • Channel Islands YMCA
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 8 days ago

CAMP COUNSELOR - SPORTS Camarillo Family YMCA - Camarillo, CA 93012 Apply Overview Salary Range $18.00 - $18.50 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Seasonal Job Shift Day Apply Description BENEFITS...

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Cooking/Yoga Camp Counselor + Camp Floater Assistant in Walnut Creek

  • Bliss Belly Kitchen
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 8 days ago

As a CAMP COUNSELOR, you will work under the supervision of the Lead Counselor each day to teach small groups of campers how to cook delicious vegetarian food with mindfulness and care....

In Person

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Salary for Counselor Jobs in California

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 in California 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 in California
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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