Camp Counselor Jobs in Mississippi

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.

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P&R Part-Time Summer Day Camp Counselor

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 13 days ago

Summary: Summer Camp Counselors work directly with campers conducting arts and crafts, games and activities....

Career Technical Training Instructor 7464

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 18 days ago

Chugach Government Solutions CAREER TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTRUCTOR 7464 in Gulfport , Mississippi About Us When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting...

Wellness Consultant

  • Flowood, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Flowood, MS
  • 23 days ago

Healthy Careers Start Here At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, we encourage professional growth in a challenging and fast-paced atmosphere. Our 'be healthy' culture promotes health and...

Day Camp Counselors

  • Oxford, MS
  • 29 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 29 days ago

OPC DAY CAMP COUNSELORS Duties and Responsibilities: OPC DAY CAMP COUNSELORS plans, initiates and supervises all participation within camp programming....

Activities Coordinator/132232/Horn Lake

  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Sun Communities Activities Coordinator/132232/Horn Lake in Horn Lake , Mississippi Jellystone Park Memphis (JMS) Horn Lake, MS, US Seasonal Full Time $14 per hour How would you like to work in a...

Activities Coordinator

  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 45+ days ago

How would you like to work in a fun, fast-paced, and customer-focused role? Do you enjoy organizing cool events and activities? We are looking for an Activities Coordinator to help make our guests...

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Summer Camp Counselor The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Summer Camp Counselor....

Career Technical Training Instructor (Security & Protective Services)

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 60+ days ago

About Us When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture. The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has...

Summer Camp Counselor/Mentor

  • Brandon, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brandon, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of...

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  • Lexington, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lexington, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Licenses and Certifications CPR and First Aid Certification Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Some physical requirements of the Camp Counselor position could be endurance including climbing...

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Salary for Camp Counselor Jobs in Mississippi

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Camp Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Camp Counselors in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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