Erica Joy Agudelo

Erica Joy Agudelo is an experienced therapist currently working at Alternatives since April 2023. Previously, Erica served as a Youth Enrichment Instructor at the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago from September 2022 to February 2023, where responsibilities included creating supportive environments for children's development. As a Youth Engagement Intern at Oak Park Township from May 2022 to December 2022, Erica managed a caseload of clients facing complex challenges. Additional experience includes roles as a Certified Trainer at Chipotle Mexican Grill, Brand Ambassador at 9Rooftops, and Social Work Intern at Champaign County Head Start. Erica holds a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor's degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, along with an Associate of Arts in Social Work from College of DuPage.