If a child is out of control and trying to harm others, who is responsible for the situation?

In a scenario where a child is acting out and poses a risk to themselves or others, the responsibility for managing the situation primarily falls to the Camp Counselor. Counselors are trained to handle behavioral issues and crisis situations. They have the expertise to assess the behavior, intervene appropriately, and de-escalate the situation to ensure the safety of all campers involved.

While the GM (General Manager) oversees the entire camp operation and may set policies or provide support, it is the Camp Counselor who is directly in charge of the campers’ safety and well-being at that moment. Counselors are the frontline staff who engage with the children and must take immediate action to resolve dangerous situations. They are expected to implement strategies and protocols learned through their training.

The involvement of parents or guardians is generally more significant in terms of support and communication regarding a child’s behavior, but they are not present at every moment to manage crises. Similarly, while other children in the vicinity of the out-of-control child may be impacted or at risk, they do not bear the responsibility of safeguarding the environment or correcting the behavior of their peers.

Therefore, the Camp Counselor holds the primary responsibility for ensuring safety and addressing any harmful conduct exhibited by a child.