Counselor Jobs in Boston, MA

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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Health Coach

  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

Clinical Health Coach Job Description Our integrative care model combines the best aspects of conventional medicine with complementary approaches. This comprehensive approach to health and...

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Activities Coordinator

  • Weymouth, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Activities Coordinator Active Day - 3.2 Weymouth, MA Job Details Full-time $20.75 - $24.75 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance...

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

The major responsibility of the Camp Counselor is to assist in the daily delivery of a wide variety of developmentally appropriate programs and activities....

Operations Training Instructor

  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are Through our seven trusted brand working together - Canyon, Linetec, National, NEUCO, NPL, NPL Canada, and Riggs Distler- we provide manpower and specialized equipment to build, repair,...

Student Activities Coordinator

  • Danvers, MA (16 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Danvers, MA (16 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 6 days ago

About St. Johns Prep St. Johns Prep is an inclusive, Catholic, Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School for young men in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility,...

(Dup) Health Coach

  • Wellesley, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Location: Wellesley (CDP), MA Salary: $30.00 USD Hourly - $35.00 USD Hourly Description: Our client is currently seeking a Remote Health Coach! Must be in PST or MST time zone Schedule: 8a-5p This...

Beauty and Wellness Consultant

  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 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,...

Activities Coordinator for Adult Day Center

  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Determine and implement necessary precautions in exercising responsibility for the care and safety of individuals served....

Wellness Consultant

  • North Reading, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Reading, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy North Reading: 265 Main St. North Reading, MA 01864 Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy North Reading franchise, we...

Lead Camp Counselor I

  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Lead Counselor 1 supervise and leads activities for all day camp events, after school camp events and other children's programs....

Virtual Emergency Management Training Instructor - Per Diem

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

support, such as control, evaluation, or facilitation. - In addition to program instruction and exercise support, the instructor may be asked to serve in the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC...

Summer at Brookwood Junior Camp Counselor (Summer 2025)

  • Manchester, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manchester, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Title: Summer at Brookwood Junior Camp Counselor (Summer 2025) Status: Temporary/Seasonal (6 weeks - dates below) Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. during the following weeks: Mon. 6/...

Summer at Brookwood Camp Counselor (Summer 2025)

  • Manchester, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manchester, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

must have either participated in summer camps as a camper or Junior Counselor OR have more than 4 weeks experience supervising children, and Junior Counselors must have either participated in summer...

2025 Summer Camp - Counselors

  • Brookline, MA (4 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brookline, MA (4 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Previous experience with camp programming or previous counselor experience is preferred. Hourly rates are based on camp position....

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Peabody, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Peabody, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ 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....

Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Salary for Counselor Jobs in Boston, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Counselors in Boston, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.9%
Master's Degree
18.4%
High School or GED
10.3%
Associate's Degree
4.7%
Some High School
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some College
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Counselors in Boston, MA
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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