SummerWorks Leaders in Training (LIT) Lead Counselor

Job DetailsJob Location: McCarthey - Lower School - Salt Lake CIty, UT 84108SummerWorks Leaders in Training (LIT) Lead Counselor


Camp Overview

SummerWorks is Rowland Hall’s dynamic summer camp program, serving children ages 4–13 in an engaging and enriching environment. Rooted in the school’s vision of developing people the world needs, SummerWorks offers a joyful extension of learning where curiosity, creativity, and connection thrive throughout the summer months. Campers are encouraged to explore their interests, build confidence, and develop meaningful relationships through hands-on experiences and purposeful play.

SummerWorks delivers high-quality programming through a balance of structured activities and child-centered exploration. Our offerings include outdoor play, creative expression, collaborative games, and experiential learning opportunities designed to support social-emotional growth and independence. Guided by caring, trained staff, campers are challenged to try new things, work together, and engage thoughtfully with their peers in an inclusive and supportive community.

Located on Rowland Hall’s beautiful Salt Lake City campus near the base of the Wasatch Mountain Range, SummerWorks benefits from the school’s exceptional facilities and natural surroundings. The program attracts families seeking a summer experience grounded in joy, fun, and purpose. SummerWorks is committed to building a strong staff community by fostering collaboration, professional growth, and a shared passion for creating meaningful experiences for children.


Position Summary

The SummerWorks LIT lead counselor mentors middle-school campers while supporting the LIT team and the SummerWorks administrative team. They guide campers in developing leadership skills, mentoring younger campers, engaging in community projects, and exploring new opportunities and experiences. The LIT lead counselor helps maintain a safe and fun camp environment and step in wherever campers or staff need guidance. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, organized, and creative leaders who bring responsibility, initiative, patience, and a positive, collaborative spirit to every day.


Primary Job Responsibilities

Staff training


Play an active role in pre-camp staff training and weekly staff meetings, both in planning and execution
Build strong team dynamics and facilitate daily age group check-ins


Staff supervision


Provide guidance and support for the LIT counselor
Address and resolve staff concerns promptly and professionally (within 24 hours)
Mentor staff and model professionalism, positivity, and appropriate boundaries
Check in regularly with counselors to offer guidance, support, and feedback
Promote staff morale through encouragement, recognition, and open communication


Activity Planning & Co-Facilitation 


Plan and implement daily activities alongside counselors, modeling best practices and providing in-the-moment support
Assist in creating weekly age-group plans
Support daily check-in/check-out routines, morning announcements, den time, and Friday Finale activities
Oversee transitions, including field trips, snack time, and downtime
Set up, maintain, and clean activity spaces
Other duties as assigned


Family Communication


Communicate with families about camper illness, injury, behavior issues, authorized pick-ups, positive highlights of the day, etc, at camper check-in and check-out
Be available as needed to meet with families to address specific concerns or issues


Administrative tasks


Maintain working knowledge of all camper and schedule information for their assigned age group
Serve as the primary point of contact for counselors when camper or schedule information needs clarification
Communicate relevant information to counselors to support daily supervision and programming
Implement assigned den groupings, schedules, staff assignments, and break schedules as provided


Camper support


Aware of all behavior issues and dynamics that arise within your age division 
Explain SummerWorks expectations for campers and the safety rules to counselors and assist in explaining these to the campers every Monday and throughout the week
First line of support for counselors 
Respond to emergencies calmly and professionally


Field trip management 


Communicate field trip logistics to cubs director and counselors
Assist with preparing and organizing necessary field trip materials (camp t-shirts, first aid kits, water bottles, snacks, forms, medications, charged phones, and name tags)
Review bus and field trip expectations with counselors and campers
Support timely departure and return by following established procedures and schedules 
Assist with camper supervision and transitions before, during, and after the field trip
Assist and follow established emergency procedures and immediately notify the SummerWorks director



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