12/12/2025
Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley is proud to announce Kasey Thomas as our 2025 Employee of The Year.
As the recipient of multiple nominations, Kasey is collectively considered an exceptional, reliable, and deeply committed employee of WSHV whose impact spans programs, departments, and people. Anyone who meets her can consistently describe her as someone who exceeds expectations, takes initiative, and approaches every task with enthusiasm, professionalism, and a positive attitude. Whether supporting CH/TRAID, Trainings or stepping into agency-wide needs, she is known for showing up and helping at the drop of a hat, whether it impacts her program or not.
Kasey is admired for her adaptability and eagerness to learn, often mastering new responsibilities quickly and stepping in wherever needed to ensure operations run smoothly. She is a creative problem solver who brings grace to challenging situations and fosters collaboration through her support. Numerous nominations highlighted her reliability and dedication, especially during times when colleagues were out or programs required extra hands.
Her contributions extend beyond daily tasks—Kasey is a true team player who supports agency events, crisis responses, and training needs with the same level of commitment she brings to her formal roles. From locating critical TRAID equipment, covering trainings, and supporting moves or emergencies, to mentoring staff and lifting morale with her energy and creativity, she is a consistent force of reliability. Kasey’s technical skills, especially in tools like Litmos, Canva and Excel, are celebrated as invaluable assets that elevate both her work and the agencies efficiency.
With five years of service, Kasey has grown into someone who brings heart, dedication, and innovation to every role she steps into. Her colleagues note that her work ethic, compassion, and leadership have made a lasting and meaningful impact on the individuals she supports, the staff she supervises, and the WSHV community as a whole.
