Here's the short list that covers the essentials. 1. To have the health, welfare, and well - being of each camper in your     cabin uppermost. 2. To be the first provider (and enforcer) of camp rules. 3. Understand the mission of the camp and your division and carry it out. 4. Understand the program for each camper in your cabin and make sure     it's delivered. 5. Eat with, stay with, and live in the cabin with your campers, unless     otherwise assigned. 6. Be an active member of the staff, attending all meetings assigned. 7. Be equipped to prepare weekly reports on each camper in your charge.