How to Post a Caregiver Job on Craigslist

Craigslist is a great way to reach caregivers in your local community. It’s often one of the first places agencies step into paid job postings, and we’re seeing more agencies use it to supplement their recruiting mix—especially as candidate activity naturally fluctuates throughout the year.

Below is a step-by-step guide to setting up your Craigslist account and posting caregiver jobs using your Augusta application link. You’ll also find a short video tutorial walking you through the process.

Step 1: Create a Paid Posting Account (if you don’t already have one)

• Go to Craigslist and create an account.

• Fill out the Paid Posting Account application form.

  • For “What type of account are you primarily interested in?” select Healthcare.

  • Enter your company’s information under Account and Billing.

• To complete the signup, Craigslist will prompt you to call or email their billing team (billing@craigslist.org). Verification usually takes 5–10 minutes.

If you already have a Craigslist account with billing enabled, skip ahead to Step 2.

Step 2: Create Your Job Posting

1. Log in to Craigslist and click Create a Posting.

2. Choose the correct location (you may need to select a city if you’re posting in a large county).

3. Select:

   • Job Offered (posting type)

   • Healthcare (job category)

Step 3: Write Your Job Post

Here’s how to make your posting stand out:

• Posting Title: Keep it simple and appealing. Example:

  “Now Hiring: Full-Time Caregivers – No Experience Required”

• City & Zip Code: Add the exact city and zip code where you’re hiring to reassure candidates the role is local.

• Job Description:

  • Paste your caregiver job description.

  • Use emojis (✅ 💲 ❤️) to highlight key details like benefits, pay, or flexibility.

  • Include your Augusta application URL at the top and bottom of the posting.

    • To find it: log into your Augusta dashboard → click Copy Augusta Link → select Craigslist → copy the link.

    • This ensures all applicants flow directly into Augusta, and you can track ROI from Craigslist.

• Employment Type & Experience Level: Select the correct options (e.g., Full-Time, No Experience Required). These help Craigslist categorize your post.

• Compensation: Always share your pay range (including differentials for weekends, nights, or complex cases). This attracts both new caregivers and experienced candidates.

• Email Section: Add a contact email, but select “Do not allow replies.” This prevents candidates from bypassing your Augusta application link.

Step 4: Add Images

Craigslist lets you upload photos—use this to your advantage:

• Agency logo

• Team photos

• A caregiver-and-client photo

• Your Augusta header image

Images build trust and help candidates connect with your agency.

Step 5: Preview & Publish

• Craigslist will show you a preview of your posting. Double-check your links, pay info, and photos.

• Once satisfied, click Continue.

• Enter your billing details (if not already saved).

• Posts typically cost $45–$60 and run for 30 days. You’ll need to repost to keep your job visible.

If you want to post in multiple locations, create a separate post for each one to reach the right candidates.

Pro Tips

• Place your Augusta link twice (top and bottom).

• Keep your job title simple—it’s the first thing candidates see in the feed.

• Highlight pay growth opportunities to attract experienced caregivers.

• Track your results in Augusta by using your channel-sourced link.

You’re all set! 🎉 Craigslist is an excellent complement to other recruiting sources, especially when local candidate engagement is high. If you need help or want tutorials for other job boards, let us know—we’d love your suggestions.