Camp Counselor Jobs in Louisiana

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.

1-11 of 11 Jobs

Fitness Advisor

  • Slidell, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 2 days ago

Previous experience in the health and fitness industry is a bonus. If you are interested in a career where you can hit the ground running please send resumes now!...

Camp Counselor - OLG Camp Bon Coeur - Summer Seasonal

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Education Required High School diploma or equivalent One year of college coursework or prior camp experience Work Experience Preferred Camp counselor or camp instructor experience Certifications Required...

Day Camp Counselor

  • Kenner, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 30+ days ago

THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT**** To assist in the supervision of Day Camp Staff, Campers and activities at Kenner Parks and...

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 30+ days ago

We want our counselors to be enthusiastic from beginning to the end....

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Slidell, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 45+ 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....

Summer Camp - Counselors in Training (CIT)

  • Metairie, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 60+ days ago

participate in allactivities, and engage in providing assistance and support in activities suchas swimming, arts & crafts, sports instruction, fitness, and outdoors (youwill always have instruction...

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Metairie, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Engage in Specialist activities providing assistance and support in activities such as swimming lessons, arts & crafts, sports instruction, fitness, and outdoor....

Kids Camp Counselor

  • LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • LA
  • 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....

Activities Coordinator

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago

programs such as: Meals on Wheels (home-delivered meals to homebound seniors) Congregate Meals (hot meals at 15 different sites/senior centers throughout the parish) Information and Assistance (trained counselors...

Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern

  • Kenner, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 90+ days ago

First and foremost, your primary responsibilities will be as a Camp Counselor....

Summer Day Camp Counselor

  • Kenner, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.

Local
National
4,657,278
106,764

Camp Counselor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireFitnessAndRec curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
MIT OpenCourseWare
ChemLab Boot Camp
Each year, groups of MIT freshmen are introduced to MIT's laboratory environment through a four-week intensive January course called [*5.301 Chemistry Lab...
Udemy
counselor
etc.
Udemy
Virtual School Guidance Counselor
Guidance lessons to go is an opportunity to arm parents and adult mentors with resources to support students' socio-emotional needs while at home or on the go. In keeping with the American School...
Register to search for more online courses. >>>

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title

Salary for Camp Counselor Jobs in Louisiana

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 Camp Counselor positions.

Highest Education Level

Camp Counselors in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.0%
Master's Degree
18.4%
High School or GED
10.4%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
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 Camp Counselors in Louisiana
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Camp Counselor position

In-Demand skills () are the most popular among employers according to the current jobs in our database. Last updated today!

Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills