The Heart of Oak Park Manor: Caregivers Who Truly Care
Our team is the heart of our community, led by five dedicated lead caregivers with a combined 93 years of experience, committed to providing compassionate, professional, and personalized care that ensures every resident feels at home, loved, and valued
Compassion. Experience. Dedication.
At Oak Park Manor we handpick our caregivers based on their skills, experience, and—most importantly—their heart. Each caregiver undergoes rigorous training to ensure they provide top-quality care, but it’s their kindness and attentiveness that truly sets them apart. Whether assisting with daily activities, offering emotional support, or simply sharing a conversation, our caregivers make every day brighter for our residents.
We understand that familiarity and trust are key in senior care and this approach fosters meaningful relationships, ensuring every resident feels valued and understood.
The Right Care for Your Loved One Starts with the Right Team
Choosing a care facility is about more than just services—it’s about finding a place where your loved one feels safe, cared for and respected. Our team goes beyond basic assistance to create meaningful connections that enhance each resident’s daily life.
A Team You Can Trust, in a Setting You’ll Love
With years of experience and an unwavering commitment to elder care, our caregivers bring expertise and warmth to every interaction. See for yourself what makes Oak Park Manor so special.
testimonials From Health Care Providers
We believe in the exceptional care we provide—but don’t just take our word for it. Hear what healthcare professionals have to say about Oak Park Manor!
“As a home health physical therapist, I treat patients in many different assisted living facilities, and Oak Park Manor is by far my favorite. The staff there is kind, reliable, and great at what they do. Residents and visitors alike, including me, are always greeted with a smiling face, and the positive environment they have cultivated makes it feel more like a home than a facility. I know that the patients I treat there are getting the best care possible.”
Jessica W.
PT, DPT
“Our team serves exclusively homebound elderly patients and as such can speak to the quality of care they receive at different facilities. We have worked closely with Oak Park Manor for many years and found them to be excellent both in the care they provide their clients and in their communication with our medical office. Oak Park Manor is a wonderful environment where staff treat residents like family and are dedicated to ensuring that both their physical and emotional needs are met. We would be happy to have our loved ones cared for at Oak Park Manor.””
Dr. Dave Griffith
Doctor of Medicine
“As a hospice nurse, I have been visiting Oak Park Manor to see patients for almost 5 years. The care provided to residents is exceptional and I am repeatedly impressed with the organization, communication, and collaboration from the staff and owners. Oak Park Manor would be my first choice if my own family member were in need of care. Every time I visit I see the genuine warmth and love each caregiver has for residents and am always comforted knowing my patients are in the best hands.”
Lisa
Hospice nurse from a local hospice agency
Your Questions, Answered
Every caregiver is screened using a thorough selection process, background checks, and ongoing specialized training in senior care, memory care, hospice care and emergency response.
Absolutely! We encourage families to meet our team to build trust and confidence in our care.
Our team includes experts in assisted living, memory care, respite care, and hospice support, ensuring your loved one gets the care they need, within the regulations set down by the California Department of Social Services.
Applicant Interest Form
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Fill out the interest form to learn more. Or apply directly here if you’re ready to apply today.
Interest Form
Please apply to this position if interested by reaching out to us using the form above.
ELDERLY CARE SERVICES MANAGER (ARROYO GRANDE, CA)
JOB SUMMARY: At the forefront of ensuring the well-being and high-quality care of elderly
residents in both community and residential settings. Will implement and manage the “live-in
care” model to existing home care services specializing in caring for those with dementia. This
role requires a compassionate leader who can oversee comprehensive care assessments, maintain
regulatory compliance, and foster effective communication with residents, families, and staff.
JOB DUTIES:
Client Care Plan Assessments
● Develop and implement individualized care plans for clients by conducting site surveys
to identify potential hazards and implement safety measures; and comprehensive/
cognitive assessments addressing physical, mental, emotional and social functioning of
clients.
● Use standardized tools to assess cognitive function and manage Behavioral and
Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD).
● Monitor chronic conditions, medication administration, diet and overall health status of
each client. Request assessments and collaborate with care teams including dietitians,
doctors, nurses and therapists. Implement auditing and quality assurance programs and
integrate feedback to improve care quality.
● Establish and maintain relationships with outside community agencies/organizations to
enable client access needed community services to coordinate medical care, home care,
transportation, meal services, and social activities.
● Assist in resolving familial issues and conflict that directly impact the health and care of
the client as well as working with clients understanding the aging process and their loss
of independence.
Managerial and Leadership
● Recruit, interview, hire, fire, onboard staff and sign up volunteers. Handle staff
complaints and resolve grievances.
● Implement and evaluate training programs, draft training materials for staff and
volunteers ensuring quality and proper staffing levels.
● Develop cooperative working relationships with staff by providing guidance and
direction, setting performance standards, identifying staff training and educational needs;
provide grief counseling resources, coach, mentor and help improve staff knowledge and
skills.
Executive Admin Duties
● Prepare and maintain records and reports, such as budgets, personnel records, client
records, and training manuals for caregivers and other staff.
● Analyze proposed legislation, regulations, or rule changes to determine how agency
services could be impacted; assure adherence to all data protection and HIPAA
regulations with regards to electronic communication; and implement quality assurance
programs and integrate feedback to improve care quality.
● Overseeing the day-to-day administrative tasks of staff such as maintaining information
files, equipment standards, administer budgets, personnel and client records, processing
paperwork, drafting of reports, payroll, invoicing, etc.
● Plan and administer budgets for programs, equipment, and support services.
EDUCATIONAL AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a master degree in psychology, social work, gerontology or related field/discipline
(including foreign equivalent) and 3 years of experience with the following skills, that may be
gained concurrently:
● Dementia medications, care, and reducing/managing extreme and aggressive behaviors
that challenges
● Grief support
● Conduct site surveys to identify potential hazards and implement safety measures
● Experience with MUST, MNA, eMAR
WAGE: $87-90K
TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to HR Department (Job Site in Arroyo Grande, CA):
OAK PARK MANOR SENIOR SOLUTIONS LLC
1073 Old Oak Park Road
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Astrid Meffert, Owner/Company Director
astrid@sweethomecareca.com