Counselor Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Overnight Camp Counselor (Daily Pay)

  • Hudson, WI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hudson, WI
  • 19 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
  • 19 hours ago
  • Deforest, WI
  • 19 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

Uniquely JCC Benefits JCC Membership: Every active staff member receives full JCC membership at no cost, which includes member access to our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatics facility in Whitefish...

Camp Counselors Needed at Bishops Bay Country Club

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

We are looking for fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated team of Counselors at the Bishops Bay Country Club in Middleton, WI....

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Counselor Jobs in Wisconsin

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

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 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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