Joshua Livingood
Thermopolis ,WY
Summary
A dedicated veteran who has a deep commitment to serving others, with a strong foundation in conflict resolution, and mental health support. He aims to integrate his experiences to make a meaningful impact in the social work field.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Educator
Self Employed
Thermopolis, WY
03.2022 - Current
- Successfully homeschooled two children, designing and implementing personalized lesson plans across multiple subjects to foster academic growth and critical thinking.
- Organized and led educational trips to national parks, historic sites, and museums (including the Boston Museum), enriching students’ learning through hands-on experiences and real-world exploration.
- Managed daily schedules, balancing academics, extracurricular activities, and family commitments.
Yoga Instructor
Yoga Den / Self Employed
Yulee, FL / Thermopolis, WY
03.2022 - Current
- Taught group classes, guiding students through postures, breathwork, and meditation to improve strength, flexibility, and mindfulness.
- Adapted classes to suit a wide range of experience levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Promoted overall well-being through mindful movement, breathing techniques, and positive reinforcement.
Police Officer / Detective
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Jacksonville, FL
04.2013 - 03.2022
- Responded to dynamic and high-priority calls for service, ensuring public safety, and effectively managing diverse, rapidly changing situations.
- Certified to handle mental health crises, providing de-escalation tactics, and ensuring proper care and resources for individuals in distress.
- Investigated burglary cases from the initial report to resolution, conducting detailed interviews, evidence collection, and surveillance to identify suspects and build cases.
- Led complex homicide investigations, overseeing crime scene processing, witness interviews, and evidence collection to solve cases.
- Worked closely with victims to provide support and information, ensuring transparency, and maintaining trust within the community.
Master at Arms
US Navy
07.2005 - 04.2013
- Led detainee operations, ensuring the safe and secure handling, transport, and custody of detainees in compliance with military and international law.
- Conducted law enforcement duties on naval installations, including investigations, patrols, and enforcing regulations to maintain security and order.
- Played a key role in anti-terrorism and force protection operations, implementing security measures to safeguard personnel, assets, and critical infrastructure.
- Collaborated with military and law enforcement agencies to ensure effective responses to security threats and emergencies, supporting global security operations in the War on Terrorism.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Homeland Security
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL10.2019
Associates In Arts - Liberal Arts
Florida State College
Jacksonville, FL05.2013
Skills
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
Resilience and Stress Management
Timeline
Homeschool Educator
Self Employed
03.2022 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Yoga Den / Self Employed
03.2022 - Current
Police Officer / Detective
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
04.2013 - 03.2022
Master at Arms
US Navy
07.2005 - 04.2013
Bachelor Of Science - Homeland Security
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Associates In Arts - Liberal Arts
Florida State College