Counselor Jobs in Colorado

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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Tobacco Cessation Health Coach

  • Glendale, CO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Glendale, CO
  • 21 hours 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 3 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
  • 9 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 9 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
  • 13 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 13 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...

Nutritional Health Coach

  • Woodland Park, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Woodland Park, CO
  • 14 days 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...

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 Counselor Jobs in Colorado

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 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 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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