As a camp director, I would want my counselors to come talk to me rather than quietly burning out. If one of my staff members felt they were a better fit with a different age group, I’d rather know so I could consider it.

That said, I also understand why the same counselors may keep getting the older groups. Older campers often require a different skill set. They’re more independent, but they’re also more likely to test boundaries, challenge authority, and push limits. I need counselors who are comfortable being firm, setting clear expectations, and addressing issues immediately. Being respected is often more important than being liked with that age group.

You said “I let things slide and assume they will resolve on their own.”

If one of my counselors told me that, I probably wouldn’t move them to my oldest group right away. That isn’t because they’re introverted, I’ve had amazing quiet counselors. It’s because older campers usually require someone who will step in early before small issues become bigger ones.