Many people with developmental disabilities suffer from emotional distress and mental illness and benefit from psychological interventions. I work flexible hours. Mostly 40 hours per week. A college degree such as a Masters, Doctorate preferred. Yes, I work with deaf individuals and do not use an interpreter.
Many clients are unable to verbalize.
Some know signs. A Doctorate Degree is preferred. You must be supervised by a high level psychologist if not a licensed PH.D psychologist. A desire to help others, energy, good team worker, willingness to keep learning, adaptive to change, a good sense of humor. State licensure in some areas.