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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Overnight Camp Counselor (Daily Pay)

  • Hudson, WI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hudson, WI
  • 16 hours ago

Join us as an Overnight Camp Counselor at the YMCA and be part of a team that fosters growth, leadership, and fun!...

Beauty and Wellness Consultant

  • Deforest, WI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Deforest, WI
  • 16 hours 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 Camp Counselor

  • Wind Point, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Wind Point, WI
  • 6 days ago

As a Camp Group Counselor, you will play a pivotal role in creating a positive and enriching experience for campers aged 3-13....

RN Health Coach

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 7 days ago

Discover. Achieve. Succeed. #BeHere Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our NORTH HILLS HEALTH CENTER facility. This job is ON - SITE. FTE: 0.001000 Shift: Shift 1 Job Summary: This position will...

Summer Camp Counselor - West YMCA

  • Madison, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 7 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....

Health Coach

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 8 days ago

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION: Bachelor's degree in health/community education, exercise physiology, or related healthcare/wellness field is required....

Part-time Day Camp Counselor - Silverbrook

  • West Bend, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • West Bend, WI
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Unit Director, the Day Camp Counselor will serve as a leader and counselor to campers and participates in the planning and implementation of the day camp...

Camp Counselor - Tri County

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 8 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 - Racine

  • Racine, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 14 days ago

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

Summer Arts & Education Assistant Camp Counselors (Apple Creek YMCA)

  • Little Chute, WI
  • 15 days ago
  • Little Chute, WI
  • 15 days ago

The Apple Creek YMCA is hiring creative-minded Arts & Education Summer Day Camp Assistant Instructors. Share your love of the arts with school age children this summer. Art Instructors at the Y...

Summer Camp Counselor - Racine

  • Mount Pleasant, WI
  • 15 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, WI
  • 15 days ago

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

Summer Camp Counselor - Seasonal

  • Dousman, WI
  • 15 days ago
  • Dousman, WI
  • 15 days ago

Dousman Summer Camp Counselor Ad Who We Are Lad Lake is a COA-accredited, nonprofit, independent organization serving kids and families from across the state....

Camp Counselor - West Suburban

  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 16 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

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 18 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 18 days ago

The JCC Rainbow Day Camp is currently hiring energetic, passionate and hard-working individuals as Summer Camp Counselors....

Camp Counselors Needed at Bishops Bay Country Club

  • Middleton, WI
  • 21 days ago
  • Middleton, WI
  • 21 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...

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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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