Camp Counselor Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Beauty and Wellness Consultant

  • Weston, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Weston, WI
  • 1 day 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,...

Kids Senior Summer Camp Counselor

  • Brookfield, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 4 days ago

Counselor Certification First Aid required within the first 60 days of hire Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED required within the first 60 days of hire Ability to tolerate loud noises Ability to frequently...

Door County YMCA Summer Camp Counselor - Kane Center & Sturgeon Bay

  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 6 days ago

We're looking for enthusiastic, passionate Camp Counselors to lead and inspire campers through exciting outdoor adventures, all while focusing on the Y's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and...

Summer Camp Counselor - West YMCA

  • Madison, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 6 days ago

The YMCA Camp Counselor is responsible for leading the camper experience and enjoyment of an outdoor day camp for campers ages 5-13....

Lead Camp Counselor

  • Appleton, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 7 days ago

Responsive recruiter As a Lead Camp Counselor at Wisconsin Swim Academy, you will oversee and guide a team of counselors to provide a safe, fun, and educational environment for campers....

Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern

  • Brown Deer, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Brown Deer, WI
  • 9 days ago

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

Summer Day Camp Counselor

  • Brown Deer, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Brown Deer, WI
  • 9 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...

Male Camp Counselor (Southwest)

  • Greenfield, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenfield, WI
  • 10 days ago

The Day Camp Counselor will serve as a positive role model to youth and teens within the philosophy of YMCA standards....

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 12 days ago

The YMCA Camp Counselor is responsible for leading the camper experience and enjoyment of an outdoor day camp for campers ages 5-13....

Child Care Summer Camp Counselor - Racine

  • Racine, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 12 days ago

As Camp Counselor, you will: Develop, coordinate and schedule program offerings, promoting the program to customers to ensure enrollment....

Child Care Summer Camp Counselor - Racine

  • WI
  • 14 days ago
  • WI
  • 14 days ago

As Camp Counselor, you will: Develop, coordinate and schedule program offerings, promoting the program to customers to ensure enrollment....

Activities Coordinator - Part Time

  • Glenbeulah, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Glenbeulah, WI
  • 14 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...

Day Camp Counselor

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 22 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 22 days ago

The Day Camp Counselor will assist in facilitating the whole group of up to 100 campers within proper ratios. The assignments and hours for this position are based on camp enrollment....

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Sheboygan Falls, WI
  • 23 days ago
  • Sheboygan Falls, WI
  • 23 days ago

. ***** OTHEREXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Due to being a licensed day camp withWisconsin, all counselors must be age 18 before working with a group ofparticipants....

Mini Explorers Camp Counselor - Feith Family YMCA

  • Port Washington, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Port Washington, WI
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for a seasonal full-time 40 hour/week Camp Counselor to work with our Mini Explorers Program!! Mini Explorers provides a smaller setting for our youngest campers....

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Salary for Camp Counselor Jobs in Wisconsin

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Camp Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Camp Counselors in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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