Step by step: How to be a merit badge counselor
The merit badge counselor is one of the coolest jobs in Scouting. It also could be one of the most meaningful. Here's how to do it right.
The right way to answer 'What's your dream job?' in an interview
Career counselors like to think about good jobs as the intersection of your skills, interests and values. Thats a good way for you to approach it as well.
To Find the Right Counselor, Rethink Your Idea of What a Counselor Is
The conversation around mental health has slowly drifted into the mainstream conversations, but many people still have concerns and questions about what
How Do I Select a Therapist or Counselor?
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High School Counselor Has Advice For Teens Who Have Friend Problems
High school counselor and therapist offers advice to parents whose teens suddenly struggle to maintain friendships.
21 Things Everyone Who Was Ever A Camp Counselor Will Understand
When you were put in charge of kids for the first time and you learned the true meaning of chaos.
Why LGBTQ Students Need School Counselors Like Mine
When I told her that I’m gay, she explained right off the bat that being gay is a reason to celebrate. She said that being different and unique is a gift rather than something to be afraid of.
Personality Traits? Nah, Your Sun Sign Can Reveal So Much More—Like Your Future
Think of it as your own personal career counselor, free of charge.
The Benefits of Meditation Await You Counselor
So how can I be so sure about the benefits of meditation? Science shows meditation changes the way the brain functions. Experience proves it.
What is a Merit Increase and Why They Matter?
Merit Increases and raises can be great tools to increase performance. Learn why you should be using merit increases.
How to Become a Mental Health Counselor
Are you looking to become a Mental Health Counselor? View all career info, including what degree is needed to prepare you for your dream career.
What Happens When The Online Bully Is A Child With Special Needs
A bullying counselor argues that too often, adults expect kids to navigate the Web with wisdom but without much guidance. For a child with special needs, it can be a powerful yet frightening space.
How to Get Kids Excited About Camp
Having trouble getting your campers to participate in camp? Kids can get excited about camp all the while having a great time. Campers rely on their counselors to enhance their camp experience. Being a great counselor or director can be a...
25 Things Only Camp Counselors Will Understand
Things We Teach Our Camp Counselors
Unity and Teamwork – The Unsung Heroes of Training When people think about training for a job they think about all the practical aspects: safety, knowledge, emergency preparedness, etc. Howev…
Here's a Camp Counselor Cover Letter and Resume Examples
Use these camp counselor cover letter and resume examples to write your own documents to help you land a job.
Why You Should Be a Camp Counselor (Instead of an Intern!)
Camp Counselors, What's The Funniest Thing You Ever Heard A Camper Say?
How you can be a Nova counselor for your Scouts
By becoming a Nova counselor, you'll introduce Scouts to the basic principles of STEM and help them discover how fun and fascinating STEM can be.
How to Decide Between Seeing a Therapist or a Counselor
What Does A Mental Health Counselor Do?
On the large menu of mental health services, you’ll find an alphabet soup of licensed professionals—including licensed mental health counselors or L.M.H.C.s. Could one be right for you? Learn everything you need to know about mental health counselors, including how they differ from other experts, av
