Counselor Jobs in Florida

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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AdventurePark Activities Coordinator

  • River Ranch, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • River Ranch, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Company Description Pay Rate: $16 / hour - Use our Daily Pay benefit and get access to your pay as you need it. Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo provides you with the unique opportunity to meet...

Technician Training Instructor

  • Miramar, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Miramar, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Location(s): Ft Lauderdale Job Schedule: Full-time Degree Level: Bachelor's Sponsorship: No Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation At Nissan, were not just...

Beauty and Wellness Consultant

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 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,...

Activities Coordinator

  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Activities Coordinator Top reasons to work for SMA Healthcare: Career growth and advancement potential Great benefits such as: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance Tuition...

Camp Counselor

  • Port Charlotte, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Charlotte, FL
  • 1 day ago

Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and enforcing department codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures....

Financial Wellness Consultant

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Health Coach Medical Assistant

  • Eustis, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Eustis, FL
  • 2 days ago

Health Coach Medical Assistant AdventHealth Ventures All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Up to $2,000 Sign on Bonus Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Career...

RN Health Coach (Miami)

  • Miami, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 2 days ago

Summary RN Health Coach is a purposeful, result oriented structured client interaction that is provided by an RN for the purpose of promoting achievement of client goals. RN Health Coach promote...

Activities Coordinator - Part Time

  • Ruskin, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Ruskin, FL
  • 2 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- Plant City Family YMCA

  • Plant City, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Plant City, FL
  • 3 days ago

The Summer Camp Counselor will assist the Activity Instructor facilitate structured activities....

Pine Tree Camps - Summer 2025 Sleep Away Camp Counselor

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 3 days ago

Group Counselor - work with co-counselor supervising a group of 16 children (ages 5 - 14) Resolve conflicts, monitor for campers having problems, make campers feel part of the group, anticipate problems...

Financial Wellness Consultant

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

POSITION SUMMARY: The YMCA of Florida's First Coasts' Youth Development is hiring energetic, outgoing people to work in our teen programs. Provides direct supervision of a group of teens. Provides...

About us For over 10 years, mindbodygreen has been guiding people towards lives of greater meaning, connection, fulfillment, and purpose. Here you’ll find a 360-degree approach to wellness...

Activities Coordinator

  • Islamorada, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Islamorada, FL
  • 6 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...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Counselor Jobs in Florida

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 Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Counselors in Florida 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 Counselors in Florida
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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