Lead Camp Counselor

Summary: The Lead Camp Counselor at Camp Sage plays a key leadership role in ensuring a high-quality, safe, and engaging camp experience for all participants. In addition to directly supervising campers, the Lead Counselor is responsible for supporting fellow counselors, coordinating daily transitions, and serving as a liaison between camp staff and the Director of Auxiliary Programs. This position requires initiative, responsibility, and a strong commitment to youth development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Lead daily camper check-ins, group supervision, and team-building activities
• Support and guide junior counselors in activity execution and camper engagement
• Coordinate group transitions between activities, lunch, and free time, ensuring timeliness and camper accountability
• Serve as point person for resolving minor camper issues and escalating concerns when appropriate
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all campers
• Provide campus tours and assist with orientation activities
• Communicate regularly with camp leadership to relay feedback and ensure consistent execution of daily plans
• Assist instructors, coaches, and guest facilitators with materials and camper participation as needed
• Monitor and promote adherence to all camp rules, including any health and safety protocols
• Participate in and help lead mandatory counselor training prior to the start of camp
• All other duties as assigned by the Co-Directors of Summer at Sage

• Rising Sage Hill School senior or Class of 2025 graduate (preferred)
• Previous experience as a Camp Sage Counselor or equivalent youth leadership role
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with peers and adults
• Positive attitude, maturity, and reliability
• Must be available for the full camp duration: July 7 – August 1, 2025
• Passion for working with middle school-aged youth